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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

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This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I am not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by him and not me.'''</text>
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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I am not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by him and not me.'''</text>
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This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I am not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by him and not me.'''</text>
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This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

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This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by him and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''</text>
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''</text>
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

The wiki will be structured and contain:
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* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

Click these links to get started!
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''</text>
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!*''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''</text>
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

'''This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''</text>
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''</text>
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Example.jpg|Caption2
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''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Example.jpg|Caption2
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''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* Learn the History of Worlds Chat.
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Meteor.webp|Meteorm, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
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''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

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* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Meteor.webp|Meteorm, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
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''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
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== '''Background''' ==
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===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

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== '''Background''' ==
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The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

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== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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== '''Background''' ==
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Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

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== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''</text>
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    <text bytes="3269" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;br&gt;
== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.</text>
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      <username>JustAllan</username>
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    <text bytes="3601" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;br&gt;
== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].</text>
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    <text bytes="3949" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;br&gt;
== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-12T04:08:46Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
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    <comment>/* Jeff Robinson */</comment>
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    <text bytes="4571" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;br&gt;
== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
StamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.webp|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.webp|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirlock.webp|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-12T04:09:30Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Jeff Robinson */</comment>
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    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="4571" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;br&gt;
== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.webp|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.webp|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirlock.webp|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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  <revision>
    <id>72</id>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-12T04:17:44Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Jeff Robinson */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="4568" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;br&gt;
== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirlock.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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  <revision>
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    <parentid>72</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-12T04:18:12Z</timestamp>
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    <text bytes="4567" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;br&gt;
== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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    <parentid>73</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-12T04:22:06Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
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    <comment>/* Background */</comment>
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    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="4711" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-12T04:47:02Z</timestamp>
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    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Background */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="5907" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="6199" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).</text>
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&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).</text>
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&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).</text>
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    <text bytes="7056" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is still a work in progress as new information is discovered.'''''
&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
'''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
'''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
'''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].</text>
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&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The game 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

The game would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.</text>
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&lt;br&gt;
== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

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WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
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&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel</text>
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

[[[File:Getworldsplayer.gif|alt=Redirects to an archive of the official site from 2004] https://web.archive.org/web/20040612152454/http://www.worlds.com/]
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a non-officially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is a unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make. CSS and visual things will be added later.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Meteor.webp|Meteor, an default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is a unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Artists''' ==
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

== '''Development Team''' ==
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

==+ '''Artists''' ==+
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

==+ '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ==+
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

==+ '''Development Team''' ==+
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this is will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is a unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chatting program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* Guides for learning how to use Worlds.
* Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, 1994-1997, 1998-2010, and 2010-present. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is a unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides (user-generated guides and official ones) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the WorldsPlayer, the Shaper, and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document official and user-generated Worlds and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! ==
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
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===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== Worlds Chat Officially Releases ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the internet and networking hardware that could present challenges to some users.
Their minimum requirements were:
486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
24 MB hard-disk space minimum
256-color display
SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
16-bit sound card (optional)</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the internet and networking hardware that could present challenges to some users.

Their minimum requirements were:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the internet and networking hardware that could present challenges to some users.

Their minimum requirements were:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a [[File:Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|login screen]] where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they [[File:Woody.webp|materialized with a blue flash]] and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client. [[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|200px]]</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a [[File:Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|login screen]] where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they [[File:Woody.webp|materialized with a blue flash]] and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash]] and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|thumb|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash]] and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash]] and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|thumb|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|thumb|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
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=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
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===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|thumb|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|thumb|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
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=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|thumb|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

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You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|thumb|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.


[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|thumb|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

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WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
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=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.


[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frame|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.


[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.


[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.


[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
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=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told

[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
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=== Worlds ===
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

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WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
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=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
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===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
[[File:Woody.webp|frame|right|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users.

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 .bmp files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you automatically. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in WorldsPlayer) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
[[File:Woody.webp|frame|100px|right|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users.

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 .bmp files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you automatically. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in WorldsPlayer) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

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WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
[[File:Woody.webp|frame|right|100px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users.

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 .bmp files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you automatically. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|100px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users.

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 .bmp files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you automatically. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|frame|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users.

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 .bmp files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you automatically. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in WorldsPlayer) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|200px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users.

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 .bmp files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you automatically. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in WorldsPlayer) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users.

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 .bmp files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you automatically. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''Verbal Language''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''Body Language''']
Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.

'''Idling'''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.

'''Avatar Use'''
People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).

'''Downtime'''
When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''Verbal Language''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''Body Language''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.

'''Idling'''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.

'''Avatar Use'''
People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).

'''Downtime'''
When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''Verbal Language''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''Body Language''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.

'''Idling'''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.

'''Avatar Use'''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).

'''Downtime'''
When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''Verbal Language''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).
&lt;br&gt;

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''Body Language''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.
&lt;br&gt;

'''Idling'''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.
&lt;br&gt;

'''Avatar Use'''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).
&lt;br&gt;

'''Downtime'''
When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''Verbal Language''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''Body Language''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.

'''Idling'''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.
&lt;br&gt;

'''Avatar Use'''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).
&lt;br&gt;

'''Downtime'''
When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.

'''''Idling'''''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.
&lt;br&gt;

'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).
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'''''Downtime'''''
When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.

'''''Idling'''''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.
&lt;br&gt;

'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).

'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
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=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
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===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.

'''''Idling'''''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.
&lt;br&gt;

'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).

'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial Citizen Groups] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== Events ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''
Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial Citizen Groups] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== Events ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).

[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial Citizen Groups] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== Events ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].</text>
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial Citizen Groups] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== Events ====
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial Citizen Groups] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== Events ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].

=== Management Changes ===
In November 1997, Worlds Inc. was acquired by Worlds Acquisition Corporation and [https://web.archive.org/web/20220506202412/http://worlds.com/biographies.php changed the name to Worlds.com.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm This is Odin's Account of that time of 1995-1999.]

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial Citizen Groups] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== Events ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].

=== Management Changes ===
In November 1997, Worlds Inc. was acquired by Worlds Acquisition Corporation and [https://web.archive.org/web/20220506202412/http://worlds.com/biographies.php changed the name to Worlds.com.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm This is Odin's Account of that time of 1995-1999.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020614035945/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d3.html Scamper's mention of Worlds Chat CD Cover 2 and development ceasing.]

=== Transition to Worlds Chat Platinum (and eventually WorldsPlayer). ===
In 1998, the client known internally as Gamma or Worlds Chat Platinum was finally released for download [https://web.archive.org/web/19990219132911/http://www.worlds.net/3dcd/index.html on their website] and as a [https://archive.org/details/worldsultimate3dchat CD-ROM].

Because of the release of Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat aka [[WorldsPlayer]], previous Worlds Chat users had to say "goodbye" to their beloved Worlds Chat avatars. Some were memorialized in the [https://www.oocities.org/rainforest/vines/4102/ Custom Avatar Mausoleum].

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== '''Artists''' ===
===== Helen Cho =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== Jeff Robinson =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== David Tolley =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== '''Development Team''' ===
==== 1994 ====
===== Management =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== Engineering =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== 1995 ====
===== Management =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== Engineering =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== Miscellaneous =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== The End of the World ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== System Requirements ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== How to Use Worlds Chat ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== Worlds ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== Official Worlds ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== User-Created Patches ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== Avatars ===
==== Background ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== Customizing Avatars ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== The Norms ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial Citizen Groups] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== Events ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].

=== Management Changes ===
In November 1997, Worlds Inc. was acquired by Worlds Acquisition Corporation and [https://web.archive.org/web/20220506202412/http://worlds.com/biographies.php changed the name to Worlds.com.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm This is Odin's Account of that time of 1995-1999.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020614035945/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d3.html Scamper's mention of Worlds Chat CD Cover 2 and development ceasing.]

=== Transition to Worlds Chat Platinum (and eventually WorldsPlayer) ===
In 1998, the client known internally as Gamma or Worlds Chat Platinum was finally released for download [https://web.archive.org/web/19990219132911/http://www.worlds.net/3dcd/index.html on their website] and as a [https://archive.org/details/worldsultimate3dchat CD-ROM].

Because of the release of Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat aka [[WorldsPlayer]], previous Worlds Chat users had to say "goodbye" to their beloved Worlds Chat avatars. Some were memorialized in the [https://www.oocities.org/rainforest/vines/4102/ Custom Avatar Mausoleum].

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

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WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== ''Artists'' ===
===== ''Helen Cho'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== ''Jeff Robinson'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== ''Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas'' =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== '''Musicians and Sound Effects''' ===
===== ''David Tolley'' =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== ''Development Team'' ===
==== ''1994'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== ''Engineering'' =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== ''1995'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== ''Engineering'' =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== ''Miscellaneous'' =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== ''The End of the World'' ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== ''System Requirements'' ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== ''How to Use Worlds Chat'' ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== ''Worlds'' ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== ''Official Worlds'' ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== ''User-Created Patches'' ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== ''Avatars'' ===
==== ''Background'' ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== ''Customizing Avatar''s ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== ''The Norms'' ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial ''Citizen Groups''] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== ''Events'' ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].

=== ''Management Changes'' ===
In November 1997, Worlds Inc. was acquired by Worlds Acquisition Corporation and [https://web.archive.org/web/20220506202412/http://worlds.com/biographies.php changed the name to Worlds.com.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm This is Odin's Account of that time of 1995-1999.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020614035945/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d3.html Scamper's mention of Worlds Chat CD Cover 2 and development ceasing.]

=== ''Transition to Worlds Chat Platinum (and eventually WorldsPlayer)'' ===
In 1998, the client known internally as Gamma or Worlds Chat Platinum was finally released for download [https://web.archive.org/web/19990219132911/http://www.worlds.net/3dcd/index.html on their website] and as a [https://archive.org/details/worldsultimate3dchat CD-ROM].

Because of the release of Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat aka [[WorldsPlayer]], previous Worlds Chat users had to say "goodbye" to their beloved Worlds Chat avatars. Some were memorialized in the [https://www.oocities.org/rainforest/vines/4102/ Custom Avatar Mausoleum].

[[1998-2010|To continue reading about Worlds Chat's history from 1998-2010, click here.]]

=== ''Experience the Early Worlds Chat'' ===
* [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold Internet Archive's in-browser version of Worlds Chat Gold that you can play right now.]
* [[WorldsPlayer#Worlds_Chat_Gold|Download the Worlds Chat Gold client]]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwcfaq.htm FAQs]
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== ''Artists'' ===
===== ''Helen Cho'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== ''Jeff Robinson'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== ''Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas'' =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== ''Musicians and Sound Effects'' ===
===== ''David Tolley'' =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== ''Development Team'' ===
==== ''1994'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== ''Engineering'' =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== ''1995'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== ''Engineering'' =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== ''Miscellaneous'' =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== ''The End of the World'' ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== ''System Requirements'' ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== ''How to Use Worlds Chat'' ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== ''Worlds'' ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== ''Official Worlds'' ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== ''User-Created Patches'' ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== ''Avatars'' ===
==== ''Background'' ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== ''Customizing Avatar''s ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== ''The Norms'' ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial ''Citizen Groups''] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== ''Events'' ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].

=== ''Management Changes'' ===
In November 1997, Worlds Inc. was acquired by Worlds Acquisition Corporation and [https://web.archive.org/web/20220506202412/http://worlds.com/biographies.php changed the name to Worlds.com.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm This is Odin's Account of that time of 1995-1999.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020614035945/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d3.html Scamper's mention of Worlds Chat CD Cover 2 and development ceasing.]

=== ''Transition to Worlds Chat Platinum (and eventually WorldsPlayer)'' ===
In 1998, the client known internally as Gamma or Worlds Chat Platinum was finally released for download [https://web.archive.org/web/19990219132911/http://www.worlds.net/3dcd/index.html on their website] and as a [https://archive.org/details/worldsultimate3dchat CD-ROM].

Because of the release of Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat aka [[WorldsPlayer]], previous Worlds Chat users had to say "goodbye" to their beloved Worlds Chat avatars. Some were memorialized in the [https://www.oocities.org/rainforest/vines/4102/ Custom Avatar Mausoleum].

[[1998-2010|To continue reading about Worlds Chat's history from 1998-2010, click here.]]

=== ''Experience the Early Worlds Chat'' ===
* [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold Internet Archive's in-browser version of Worlds Chat Gold that you can play right now.]
* [[WorldsPlayer#Worlds_Chat_Gold|Download the Worlds Chat Gold client]]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwcfaq.htm FAQs]
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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== ''Artists'' ===
===== ''Helen Cho'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== ''Jeff Robinson'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

&lt;gallery&gt;
ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
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===== ''Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas'' =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== ''Musicians and Sound Effects'' ===
===== ''David Tolley'' =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== ''Development Team'' ===
==== ''1994'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== ''Engineering'' =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== ''1995'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== ''Engineering'' =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== ''Miscellaneous'' =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== ''The End of the World'' ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
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== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== ''System Requirements'' ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== ''How to Use Worlds Chat'' ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== ''Worlds'' ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== ''Official Worlds'' ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== ''User-Created Patches'' ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== ''Avatars'' ===
==== ''Background'' ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== ''Customizing Avatar''s ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== ''The Norms'' ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial ''Citizen Groups''] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== ''Events'' ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].

=== ''Management Changes'' ===
In November 1997, Worlds Inc. was acquired by Worlds Acquisition Corporation and [https://web.archive.org/web/20220506202412/http://worlds.com/biographies.php changed the name to Worlds.com.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm This is Odin's Account of that time of 1995-1999.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020614035945/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d3.html Scamper's mention of Worlds Chat CD Cover 2 and development ceasing.]

=== ''Transition to Worlds Chat Platinum (and eventually WorldsPlayer)'' ===
In 1998, the client known internally as Gamma or Worlds Chat Platinum was finally released for download [https://web.archive.org/web/19990219132911/http://www.worlds.net/3dcd/index.html on their website] and as a [https://archive.org/details/worldsultimate3dchat CD-ROM].

Because of the release of Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat aka [[WorldsPlayer]], previous Worlds Chat users had to say "goodbye" to their beloved Worlds Chat avatars. Some were memorialized in the [https://www.oocities.org/rainforest/vines/4102/ Custom Avatar Mausoleum].

[[1998-2010|To continue reading about Worlds Chat's history from 1998-2010, click here.]]

=== ''Experience the Early Worlds Chat'' ===
* [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold Internet Archive's in-browser version of Worlds Chat Gold that you can play right now.]
* [[WorldsPlayer#Worlds_Chat_Gold|Download the Worlds Chat Gold client]]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwcfaq.htm FAQs]
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&lt;center&gt;&lt;big&gt;'''+++ Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! +++'''&lt;/big&gt;&lt;center&gt;
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;big&gt;'''+++ Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! +++'''&lt;big&gt;
This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;big&gt;'''+++ Welcome to {{SITENAME}}! +++'''&lt;big&gt;

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
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Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;big&gt;'''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!'''&lt;big&gt;

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== Description ==
In October, 1994 Knowledge Adventure Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19980213021558/http://www.starbright.org/press/sworld.html announced a partnership] with Steven Spielberg, Starbright Foundation, Sprint, UB Networks, Tandem, and Intel to create a 3D virtual world for kids confined to hospitals, '''Starbright World'''. 

The [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html concept] of Starbright World below is described by Tamiko Thiel, Creative Director of the virtual worlds project from 1995-1997:&lt;blockquote&gt;[Starbright World's] purpose is to give seriously ill children a virtual community where they can meet and play with other children regardless of their physical condition or location. It will be a place to explore the healing properties of community, communication, and participation.&lt;/blockquote&gt;The Starbright World project was spearheaded by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamiko_Thiel Tamiko Thiel], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg Steven Spielberg], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright Foundation], a sister charity of the [https://www.starlight.org/ Starlight Foundation]. The 3D virtual world known as Starbright World was active in a beta test from 1995 - 1997. The [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright] and [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/ Starlight Foundation] had also been working with [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/starfacts.htm Nintendo of America] around that time to provide a VCR, television, game console, and game cartridges to terminally ill children in hospitals.   

With the corporate backing of not just [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro02.html Worlds Inc.], but also [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever Intel, UB Networks, and Sprint], Starbright World grew to be a separate code base from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worlds_Chat Worlds Chat] -- even using an ATM network, rather than the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html "regular phone lines and 14.4 modems"] that Worlds Chat used. Intel provided the computers, UB Networks provided the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html ATM networking infrastructure], and Sprint provided the local network connectivity ([https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever 1], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 2]). On [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620065814/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/hospital_form.html its website], pediatric hospitals could apply to use the Starbright World client for their terminally ill patients. Six hospitals across the US took part in the initial [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html beta test] for Starbright World ([http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 3], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zYxzLi-V0 4]).   

Furthermore, Starbright World had a different mission, graphic design, avatars, functionality, and worlds. Worlds in the Starbright universe included Tropical World, Sky World, Cave World, and a Building Zone ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-index.html 5]). Each world was meant to have a different atmosphere and vibe. As Tamiko Thiel puts it, "Sky World is meditative and serene; Tropical world is riotous and kooky; Cave world is mysterious and dramatic," ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html 6], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 7]).

Functionally, Starbright World also supported [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html voice communication] for children to alternatively communicate and engage in the virtual playground.

Thiel mentioned in [https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/library/cyber/dunn/0123starbrite.html an interview] with the New York Times that they hoped to develop more features for the children to build upon the world, like create permanent graffiti, play their own music to other children, and create objects that would remain in the world for all children to see. From [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/index.html the documentation] that exists about it, it seems that they were able to implement some of those features, allowing children to use blocks and other basic objects to develop rudimentary sculptures, create custom avatars, and play in the virtual space together.&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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== Description ==
In October, 1994 Knowledge Adventure Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19980213021558/http://www.starbright.org/press/sworld.html announced a partnership] with Steven Spielberg, Starbright Foundation, Sprint, UB Networks, Tandem, and Intel to create a 3D virtual world for kids confined to hospitals, '''Starbright World'''. 

The [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html concept] of Starbright World below is described by Tamiko Thiel, Creative Director of the virtual worlds project from 1995-1997:&lt;blockquote&gt;[Starbright World's] purpose is to give seriously ill children a virtual community where they can meet and play with other children regardless of their physical condition or location. It will be a place to explore the healing properties of community, communication, and participation.&lt;/blockquote&gt;The Starbright World project was spearheaded by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamiko_Thiel Tamiko Thiel], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg Steven Spielberg], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright Foundation], a sister charity of the [https://www.starlight.org/ Starlight Foundation]. The 3D virtual world known as Starbright World was active in a beta test from 1995 - 1997. The [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright] and [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/ Starlight Foundation] had also been working with [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/starfacts.htm Nintendo of America] around that time to provide a VCR, television, game console, and game cartridges to terminally ill children in hospitals.   

With the corporate backing of not just [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro02.html Worlds Inc.], but also [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever Intel, UB Networks, and Sprint], Starbright World grew to be a separate code base from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worlds_Chat Worlds Chat] -- even using an ATM network, rather than the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html "regular phone lines and 14.4 modems"] that Worlds Chat used. Intel provided the computers, UB Networks provided the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html ATM networking infrastructure], and Sprint provided the local network connectivity ([https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever 1], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 2]). On [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620065814/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/hospital_form.html its website], pediatric hospitals could apply to use the Starbright World client for their terminally ill patients. Six hospitals across the US took part in the initial [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html beta test] for Starbright World ([http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 3], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zYxzLi-V0 4]).   

Furthermore, Starbright World had a different mission, graphic design, avatars, functionality, and worlds. Worlds in the Starbright universe included Tropical World, Sky World, Cave World, and a Building Zone ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-index.html 5]). Each world was meant to have a different atmosphere and vibe. As Tamiko Thiel puts it, "Sky World is meditative and serene; Tropical world is riotous and kooky; Cave world is mysterious and dramatic," ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html 6], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 7]).

Functionally, Starbright World also supported [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html voice communication] for children to alternatively communicate and engage in the virtual playground.

Thiel mentioned in [https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/library/cyber/dunn/0123starbrite.html an interview] with the New York Times that they hoped to develop more features for the children to build upon the world, like create permanent graffiti, play their own music to other children, and create objects that would remain in the world for all children to see. From [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/index.html the documentation] that exists about it, it seems that they were able to implement some of those features, allowing children to use blocks and other basic objects to develop rudimentary sculptures, create custom avatars, and play in the virtual space together.&lt;br /&gt;


==Transition away from a 3D Chat Platform==
Because the ability to [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html stay connected] and engage with friends or family was such an important part of the mission, it became a challenge to keep that sense of community once the children moved from the hospital back into the home. In addition, during this time (1994-97) computers and in-home internet that could support the Starbright World client were not something available in every home. Lastly, the children were [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html asking for more] from the platform than could be provided at the time, like putting medical concepts into more understandable terms and having a wider variety of games available. 

Thus in 1997, they transitioned away from using the 3D virtual world platform and instead focused on creating a community via [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/ a multimedia website]. The private social media website stayed online from [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 1999] through [https://web.archive.org/web/20150318224304/https://www.starbrightworld.org/ 2015] and continued to be [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/starbright.html advocated for] by Steven Spielberg, Norman Schwarzkopf, Peter Samuelson, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20150828194911/http://ericpulier.com:80/ Eric Pulier]. It reached many [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/projects/sbw/hospitals.html more hospitals] this way than during the beta, with President [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/19971030-2413.html Bill Clinton] citing a purported goal of expanding it to 100 hospitals in 1999.  

Though just a few years online, several [http://web.archive.org/web/20010627113141/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/studies.html#nih academic studies] surrounding Starbright World were developed.    

==Explore Starbright World==

*See the Internet Archive for a [http://www.archive.org/details/vw_starbright-spielberg-video-highlights video] of the demo from 1995.
*See a [https://www.digitalartarchive.at/database/general/work/starbright-world.html digital art gallery of Starbright World]'s unique graphic design.&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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== Description ==
In October, 1994 Knowledge Adventure Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19980213021558/http://www.starbright.org/press/sworld.html announced a partnership] with Steven Spielberg, Starbright Foundation, Sprint, UB Networks, Tandem, and Intel to create a 3D virtual world for kids confined to hospitals, '''Starbright World'''. 

The [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html concept] of Starbright World below is described by Tamiko Thiel, Creative Director of the virtual worlds project from 1995-1997:&lt;blockquote&gt;[Starbright World's] purpose is to give seriously ill children a virtual community where they can meet and play with other children regardless of their physical condition or location. It will be a place to explore the healing properties of community, communication, and participation.&lt;/blockquote&gt;The Starbright World project was spearheaded by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamiko_Thiel Tamiko Thiel], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg Steven Spielberg], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright Foundation], a sister charity of the [https://www.starlight.org/ Starlight Foundation]. The 3D virtual world known as Starbright World was active in a beta test from 1995 - 1997. The [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright] and [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/ Starlight Foundation] had also been working with [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/starfacts.htm Nintendo of America] around that time to provide a VCR, television, game console, and game cartridges to terminally ill children in hospitals.   

With the corporate backing of not just [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro02.html Worlds Inc.], but also [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever Intel, UB Networks, and Sprint], Starbright World grew to be a separate code base from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worlds_Chat Worlds Chat] -- even using an ATM network, rather than the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html "regular phone lines and 14.4 modems"] that Worlds Chat used. Intel provided the computers, UB Networks provided the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html ATM networking infrastructure], and Sprint provided the local [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever network] [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html connectivity]. On [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620065814/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/hospital_form.html its website], pediatric hospitals could apply to use the Starbright World client for their terminally ill patients. Six hospitals across the US took part in the initial [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html beta test] for Starbright World ([http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 3], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zYxzLi-V0 4]).   

Furthermore, Starbright World had a different mission, graphic design, avatars, functionality, and worlds. Worlds in the Starbright universe included Tropical World, Sky World, Cave World, and a Building Zone ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-index.html 5]). Each world was meant to have a different atmosphere and vibe. As Tamiko Thiel puts it, "Sky World is meditative and serene; Tropical world is riotous and kooky; Cave world is mysterious and dramatic," ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html 6], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 7]).

Functionally, Starbright World also supported [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html voice communication] for children to alternatively communicate and engage in the virtual playground.

Thiel mentioned in [https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/library/cyber/dunn/0123starbrite.html an interview] with the New York Times that they hoped to develop more features for the children to build upon the world, like create permanent graffiti, play their own music to other children, and create objects that would remain in the world for all children to see. From [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/index.html the documentation] that exists about it, it seems that they were able to implement some of those features, allowing children to use blocks and other basic objects to develop rudimentary sculptures, create custom avatars, and play in the virtual space together.&lt;br /&gt;

==Transition away from a 3D Chat Platform==
Because the ability to [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html stay connected] and engage with friends or family was such an important part of the mission, it became a challenge to keep that sense of community once the children moved from the hospital back into the home. In addition, during this time (1994-97) computers and in-home internet that could support the Starbright World client were not something available in every home. Lastly, the children were [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html asking for more] from the platform than could be provided at the time, like putting medical concepts into more understandable terms and having a wider variety of games available. 

Thus in 1997, they transitioned away from using the 3D virtual world platform and instead focused on creating a community via [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/ a multimedia website]. The private social media website stayed online from [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 1999] through [https://web.archive.org/web/20150318224304/https://www.starbrightworld.org/ 2015] and continued to be [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/starbright.html advocated for] by Steven Spielberg, Norman Schwarzkopf, Peter Samuelson, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20150828194911/http://ericpulier.com:80/ Eric Pulier]. It reached many [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/projects/sbw/hospitals.html more hospitals] this way than during the beta, with President [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/19971030-2413.html Bill Clinton] citing a purported goal of expanding it to 100 hospitals in 1999.  

Though just a few years online, several [http://web.archive.org/web/20010627113141/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/studies.html#nih academic studies] surrounding Starbright World were developed.    

==Explore Starbright World==

*See the Internet Archive for a [http://www.archive.org/details/vw_starbright-spielberg-video-highlights video] of the demo from 1995.
*See a [https://www.digitalartarchive.at/database/general/work/starbright-world.html digital art gallery of Starbright World]'s unique graphic design.&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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== Description ==
In October, 1994 Knowledge Adventure Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19980213021558/http://www.starbright.org/press/sworld.html announced a partnership] with Steven Spielberg, Starbright Foundation, Sprint, UB Networks, Tandem, and Intel to create a 3D virtual world for kids confined to hospitals, '''Starbright World'''. 

The [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html concept] of Starbright World below is described by Tamiko Thiel, Creative Director of the virtual worlds project from 1995-1997:&lt;blockquote&gt;[Starbright World's] purpose is to give seriously ill children a virtual community where they can meet and play with other children regardless of their physical condition or location. It will be a place to explore the healing properties of community, communication, and participation.&lt;/blockquote&gt;The Starbright World project was spearheaded by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamiko_Thiel Tamiko Thiel], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg Steven Spielberg], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright Foundation], a sister charity of the [https://www.starlight.org/ Starlight Foundation]. The 3D virtual world known as Starbright World was active in a beta test from 1995 - 1997. The [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright] and [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/ Starlight Foundation] had also been working with [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/starfacts.htm Nintendo of America] around that time to provide a VCR, television, game console, and game cartridges to terminally ill children in hospitals.   

With the corporate backing of not just [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro02.html Worlds Inc.], but also [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever Intel, UB Networks, and Sprint], Starbright World grew to be a separate code base from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worlds_Chat Worlds Chat] -- even using an ATM network, rather than the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html "regular phone lines and 14.4 modems"] that Worlds Chat used. Intel provided the computers, UB Networks provided the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html ATM networking infrastructure], and Sprint provided the local network connectivity ([https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever 1], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 2]). On [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620065814/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/hospital_form.html its website], pediatric hospitals could apply to use the Starbright World client for their terminally ill patients. Six hospitals across the US took part in the initial [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html beta test] for Starbright World ([http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 3], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zYxzLi-V0 4]).   

Furthermore, Starbright World had a different mission, graphic design, avatars, functionality, and worlds. Worlds in the Starbright universe included Tropical World, Sky World, Cave World, and a Building Zone ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-index.html 5]). Each world was meant to have a different atmosphere and vibe. As Tamiko Thiel puts it, "Sky World is meditative and serene; Tropical world is riotous and kooky; Cave world is mysterious and dramatic," ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html 6], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 7]).

Functionally, Starbright World also supported [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html voice communication] for children to alternatively communicate and engage in the virtual playground.

Thiel mentioned in [https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/library/cyber/dunn/0123starbrite.html an interview] with the New York Times that they hoped to develop more features for the children to build upon the world, like create permanent graffiti, play their own music to other children, and create objects that would remain in the world for all children to see. From [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/index.html the documentation] that exists about it, it seems that they were able to implement some of those features, allowing children to use blocks and other basic objects to develop rudimentary sculptures, create custom avatars, and play in the virtual space together.&lt;br /&gt;

==Transition away from a 3D Chat Platform==
Because the ability to [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html stay connected] and engage with friends or family was such an important part of the mission, it became a challenge to keep that sense of community once the children moved from the hospital back into the home. In addition, during this time (1994-97) computers and in-home internet that could support the Starbright World client were not something available in every home. Lastly, the children were [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html asking for more] from the platform than could be provided at the time, like putting medical concepts into more understandable terms and having a wider variety of games available. 

Thus in 1997, they transitioned away from using the 3D virtual world platform and instead focused on creating a community via [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/ a multimedia website]. The private social media website stayed online from [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 1999] through [https://web.archive.org/web/20150318224304/https://www.starbrightworld.org/ 2015] and continued to be [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/starbright.html advocated for] by Steven Spielberg, Norman Schwarzkopf, Peter Samuelson, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20150828194911/http://ericpulier.com:80/ Eric Pulier]. It reached many [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/projects/sbw/hospitals.html more hospitals] this way than during the beta, with President [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/19971030-2413.html Bill Clinton] citing a purported goal of expanding it to 100 hospitals in 1999.  

Though just a few years online, several [http://web.archive.org/web/20010627113141/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/studies.html#nih academic studies] surrounding Starbright World were developed.    

==Explore Starbright World==

*See the Internet Archive for a [http://www.archive.org/details/vw_starbright-spielberg-video-highlights video] of the demo from 1995.
*See a [https://www.digitalartarchive.at/database/general/work/starbright-world.html digital art gallery of Starbright World]'s unique graphic design.&lt;br /&gt;

==Transition away from a 3D Chat Platform==
Because the ability to [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html stay connected] and engage with friends or family was such an important part of the mission, it became a challenge to keep that sense of community once the children moved from the hospital back into the home. In addition, during this time (1994-97) computers and in-home internet that could support the Starbright World client were not something available in every home. Lastly, the children were [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html asking for more] from the platform than could be provided at the time, like putting medical concepts into more understandable terms and having a wider variety of games available. 

Thus in 1997, they transitioned away from using the 3D virtual world platform and instead focused on creating a community via [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/ a multimedia website]. The private social media website stayed online from [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 1999] through [https://web.archive.org/web/20150318224304/https://www.starbrightworld.org/ 2015] and continued to be [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/starbright.html advocated for] by Steven Spielberg, Norman Schwarzkopf, Peter Samuelson, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20150828194911/http://ericpulier.com:80/ Eric Pulier]. It reached many [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/projects/sbw/hospitals.html more hospitals] this way than during the beta, with President [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/19971030-2413.html Bill Clinton] citing a purported goal of expanding it to 100 hospitals in 1999.  

Though just a few years online, several [http://web.archive.org/web/20010627113141/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/studies.html#nih academic studies] surrounding Starbright World were developed.    

==Explore Starbright World==

*See the Internet Archive for a [http://www.archive.org/details/vw_starbright-spielberg-video-highlights video] of the demo from 1995.
*See a [https://www.digitalartarchive.at/database/general/work/starbright-world.html digital art gallery of Starbright World]'s unique graphic design.&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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== Description ==
In October, 1994 Knowledge Adventure Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19980213021558/http://www.starbright.org/press/sworld.html announced a partnership] with Steven Spielberg, Starbright Foundation, Sprint, UB Networks, Tandem, and Intel to create a 3D virtual world for kids confined to hospitals, '''Starbright World'''. 

The [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html concept] of Starbright World below is described by Tamiko Thiel, Creative Director of the virtual worlds project from 1995-1997:&lt;blockquote&gt;[Starbright World's] purpose is to give seriously ill children a virtual community where they can meet and play with other children regardless of their physical condition or location. It will be a place to explore the healing properties of community, communication, and participation.&lt;/blockquote&gt;The Starbright World project was spearheaded by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamiko_Thiel Tamiko Thiel], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg Steven Spielberg], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright Foundation], a sister charity of the [https://www.starlight.org/ Starlight Foundation]. The 3D virtual world known as Starbright World was active in a beta test from 1995 - 1997. The [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright] and [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/ Starlight Foundation] had also been working with [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/starfacts.htm Nintendo of America] around that time to provide a VCR, television, game console, and game cartridges to terminally ill children in hospitals.   

With the corporate backing of not just [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro02.html Worlds Inc.], but also [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever Intel, UB Networks, and Sprint], Starbright World grew to be a separate code base from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worlds_Chat Worlds Chat] -- even using an ATM network, rather than the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html "regular phone lines and 14.4 modems"] that Worlds Chat used. Intel provided the computers, UB Networks provided the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html ATM networking infrastructure], and Sprint provided the local network connectivity ([https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever 1], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 2]). On [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620065814/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/hospital_form.html its website], pediatric hospitals could apply to use the Starbright World client for their terminally ill patients. Six hospitals across the US took part in the initial [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html beta test] for Starbright World ([http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 3], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zYxzLi-V0 4]).   

Furthermore, Starbright World had a different mission, graphic design, avatars, functionality, and worlds. Worlds in the Starbright universe included Tropical World, Sky World, Cave World, and a Building Zone ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-index.html 5]). Each world was meant to have a different atmosphere and vibe. As Tamiko Thiel puts it, "Sky World is meditative and serene; Tropical world is riotous and kooky; Cave world is mysterious and dramatic," ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html 6], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 7]).

Functionally, Starbright World also supported [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html voice communication] for children to alternatively communicate and engage in the virtual playground.

Thiel mentioned in [https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/library/cyber/dunn/0123starbrite.html an interview] with the New York Times that they hoped to develop more features for the children to build upon the world, like create permanent graffiti, play their own music to other children, and create objects that would remain in the world for all children to see. From [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/index.html the documentation] that exists about it, it seems that they were able to implement some of those features, allowing children to use blocks and other basic objects to develop rudimentary sculptures, create custom avatars, and play in the virtual space together.&lt;br /&gt;

==Transition away from a 3D Chat Platform==
Because the ability to [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html stay connected] and engage with friends or family was such an important part of the mission, it became a challenge to keep that sense of community once the children moved from the hospital back into the home. In addition, during this time (1994-97) computers and in-home internet that could support the Starbright World client were not something available in every home. Lastly, the children were [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html asking for more] from the platform than could be provided at the time, like putting medical concepts into more understandable terms and having a wider variety of games available. 

Thus in 1997, they transitioned away from using the 3D virtual world platform and instead focused on creating a community via [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/ a multimedia website]. The private social media website stayed online from [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 1999] through [https://web.archive.org/web/20150318224304/https://www.starbrightworld.org/ 2015] and continued to be [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/starbright.html advocated for] by Steven Spielberg, Norman Schwarzkopf, Peter Samuelson, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20150828194911/http://ericpulier.com:80/ Eric Pulier]. It reached many [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/projects/sbw/hospitals.html more hospitals] this way than during the beta, with President [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/19971030-2413.html Bill Clinton] citing a purported goal of expanding it to 100 hospitals in 1999.  

Though just a few years online, several [http://web.archive.org/web/20010627113141/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/studies.html#nih academic studies] surrounding Starbright World were developed.    

==Explore Starbright World==

*See the Internet Archive for a [http://www.archive.org/details/vw_starbright-spielberg-video-highlights video] of the demo from 1995.
*See a [https://www.digitalartarchive.at/database/general/work/starbright-world.html digital art gallery of Starbright World]'s unique graphic design.&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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== Description ==
In October, 1994 Knowledge Adventure Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19980213021558/http://www.starbright.org/press/sworld.html announced a partnership] with Steven Spielberg, Starbright Foundation, Sprint, UB Networks, Tandem, and Intel to create a 3D virtual world for kids confined to hospitals, '''Starbright World'''. 

The [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html concept] of Starbright World below is described by Tamiko Thiel, Creative Director of the virtual worlds project from 1995-1997:&lt;blockquote&gt;[Starbright World's] purpose is to give seriously ill children a virtual community where they can meet and play with other children regardless of their physical condition or location. It will be a place to explore the healing properties of community, communication, and participation.&lt;/blockquote&gt;The Starbright World project was spearheaded by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamiko_Thiel Tamiko Thiel], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg Steven Spielberg], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright Foundation], a sister charity of the [https://www.starlight.org/ Starlight Foundation]. The 3D virtual world known as Starbright World was active in a beta test from 1995 - 1997. The [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright] and [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/ Starlight Foundation] had also been working with [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/starfacts.htm Nintendo of America] around that time to provide a VCR, television, game console, and game cartridges to terminally ill children in hospitals.   

With the corporate backing of not just [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro02.html Worlds Inc.], but also [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever Intel, UB Networks, and Sprint], Starbright World grew to be a separate code base from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worlds_Chat Worlds Chat] -- even using an ATM network, rather than the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html "regular phone lines and 14.4 modems"] that Worlds Chat used. Intel provided the computers, UB Networks provided the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html ATM networking infrastructure], and Sprint provided the local network connectivity ([https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever 1], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 2]). On [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620065814/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/hospital_form.html its website], pediatric hospitals could apply to use the Starbright World client for their terminally ill patients. Six hospitals across the US took part in the initial [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html beta test] for Starbright World ([http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 3], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zYxzLi-V0 4]).   

Furthermore, Starbright World had a different mission, graphic design, avatars, functionality, and worlds. Worlds in the Starbright universe included Tropical World, Sky World, Cave World, and a Building Zone ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-index.html 5]). Each world was meant to have a different atmosphere and vibe. As Tamiko Thiel puts it, "Sky World is meditative and serene; Tropical world is riotous and kooky; Cave world is mysterious and dramatic," ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html 6], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 7]).

Functionally, Starbright World also supported [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html voice communication] for children to alternatively communicate and engage in the virtual playground.

Thiel mentioned in [https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/library/cyber/dunn/0123starbrite.html an interview] with the New York Times that they hoped to develop more features for the children to build upon the world, like create permanent graffiti, play their own music to other children, and create objects that would remain in the world for all children to see. From [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/index.html the documentation] that exists about it, it seems that they were able to implement some of those features, allowing children to use blocks and other basic objects to develop rudimentary sculptures, create custom avatars, and play in the virtual space together.&lt;br /&gt;

==Transition away from a 3D Chat Platform==
Because the ability to [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html stay connected] and engage with friends or family was such an important part of the mission, it became a challenge to keep that sense of community once the children moved from the hospital back into the home. In addition, during this time (1994-97) computers and in-home internet that could support the Starbright World client were not something available in every home. Lastly, the children were [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html asking for more] from the platform than could be provided at the time, like putting medical concepts into more understandable terms and having a wider variety of games available. 

Thus in 1997, they transitioned away from using the 3D virtual world platform and instead focused on creating a community via [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/ a multimedia website]. The private social media website stayed online from [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 1999] through [https://web.archive.org/web/20150318224304/https://www.starbrightworld.org/ 2015] and continued to be [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/starbright.html advocated for] by Steven Spielberg, Norman Schwarzkopf, Peter Samuelson, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20150828194911/http://ericpulier.com:80/ Eric Pulier]. It reached many [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/projects/sbw/hospitals.html more hospitals] this way than during the beta, with President [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/19971030-2413.html Bill Clinton] citing a purported goal of expanding it to 100 hospitals in 1999.  

Though just a few years online, several [http://web.archive.org/web/20010627113141/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/studies.html#nih academic studies] surrounding Starbright World were developed.    

==Explore Starbright World==

*See the Internet Archive for a [http://www.archive.org/details/vw_starbright-spielberg-video-highlights video] of the demo from 1995.
*See a [https://www.digitalartarchive.at/database/general/work/starbright-world.html digital art gallery of Starbright World]'s unique graphic design.&lt;br /&gt;

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== '''Description''' ==
In October, 1994 Knowledge Adventure Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19980213021558/http://www.starbright.org/press/sworld.html announced a partnership] with Steven Spielberg, Starbright Foundation, Sprint, UB Networks, Tandem, and Intel to create a 3D virtual world for kids confined to hospitals, '''Starbright World'''. 

The [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html concept] of Starbright World below is described by Tamiko Thiel, Creative Director of the virtual worlds project from 1995-1997:&lt;blockquote&gt;[Starbright World's] purpose is to give seriously ill children a virtual community where they can meet and play with other children regardless of their physical condition or location. It will be a place to explore the healing properties of community, communication, and participation.&lt;/blockquote&gt;The Starbright World project was spearheaded by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamiko_Thiel Tamiko Thiel], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steven_Spielberg Steven Spielberg], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright Foundation], a sister charity of the [https://www.starlight.org/ Starlight Foundation]. The 3D virtual world known as Starbright World was active in a beta test from 1995 - 1997. The [https://web.archive.org/web/19961227153314/http://www.starbright.org/ Starbright] and [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/ Starlight Foundation] had also been working with [http://web.archive.org/web/19970205061146/http://www.starlight.org:80/starfacts.htm Nintendo of America] around that time to provide a VCR, television, game console, and game cartridges to terminally ill children in hospitals.   

With the corporate backing of not just [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro02.html Worlds Inc.], but also [https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever Intel, UB Networks, and Sprint], Starbright World grew to be a separate code base from [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worlds_Chat Worlds Chat] -- even using an ATM network, rather than the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html "regular phone lines and 14.4 modems"] that Worlds Chat used. Intel provided the computers, UB Networks provided the [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html ATM networking infrastructure], and Sprint provided the local network connectivity ([https://www.bloomberg.com/press-releases/1995-05-09/major-corporate-sponsors-merge-technologies-to-create-first-ever 1], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 2]). On [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620065814/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/hospital_form.html its website], pediatric hospitals could apply to use the Starbright World client for their terminally ill patients. Six hospitals across the US took part in the initial [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html beta test] for Starbright World ([http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 3], [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zYxzLi-V0 4]).   

Furthermore, Starbright World had a different mission, graphic design, avatars, functionality, and worlds. Worlds in the Starbright universe included Tropical World, Sky World, Cave World, and a Building Zone ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-index.html 5]). Each world was meant to have a different atmosphere and vibe. As Tamiko Thiel puts it, "Sky World is meditative and serene; Tropical world is riotous and kooky; Cave world is mysterious and dramatic," ([http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/sb-concept.html 6], [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html 7]).

Functionally, Starbright World also supported [http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro08.html voice communication] for children to alternatively communicate and engage in the virtual playground.

Thiel mentioned in [https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/library/cyber/dunn/0123starbrite.html an interview] with the New York Times that they hoped to develop more features for the children to build upon the world, like create permanent graffiti, play their own music to other children, and create objects that would remain in the world for all children to see. From [http://www.tamikothiel.com/starbright/index.html the documentation] that exists about it, it seems that they were able to implement some of those features, allowing children to use blocks and other basic objects to develop rudimentary sculptures, create custom avatars, and play in the virtual space together.&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Transition away from a 3D Chat Platform''' ==
Because the ability to [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html stay connected] and engage with friends or family was such an important part of the mission, it became a challenge to keep that sense of community once the children moved from the hospital back into the home. In addition, during this time (1994-97) computers and in-home internet that could support the Starbright World client were not something available in every home. Lastly, the children were [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html asking for more] from the platform than could be provided at the time, like putting medical concepts into more understandable terms and having a wider variety of games available. 

Thus in 1997, they transitioned away from using the 3D virtual world platform and instead focused on creating a community via [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/ a multimedia website]. The private social media website stayed online from [http://web.archive.org/web/20010620070911/http://www.starbrightworld.com:80/projects/sbw/research.html 1999] through [https://web.archive.org/web/20150318224304/https://www.starbrightworld.org/ 2015] and continued to be [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/starbright.html advocated for] by Steven Spielberg, Norman Schwarzkopf, Peter Samuelson, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20150828194911/http://ericpulier.com:80/ Eric Pulier]. It reached many [https://web.archive.org/web/19991011191933/http://www.starbright.org/projects/sbw/hospitals.html more hospitals] this way than during the beta, with President [https://clintonwhitehouse2.archives.gov/WH/New/Starbright/19971030-2413.html Bill Clinton] citing a purported goal of expanding it to 100 hospitals in 1999.  

Though just a few years online, several [http://web.archive.org/web/20010627113141/http://www.starbrightworld.com/projects/sbw/studies.html#nih academic studies] surrounding Starbright World were developed.    

== '''Explore Starbright World''' ==

*See the Internet Archive for a [http://www.archive.org/details/vw_starbright-spielberg-video-highlights video] of the demo from 1995.
*See a [https://www.digitalartarchive.at/database/general/work/starbright-world.html digital art gallery of Starbright World]'s unique graphic design.&lt;br /&gt;

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Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].&lt;gallery type="slider" hideaddbutton="true&gt;

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==Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to create their own worlds or objects ([https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 source]). 

AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].    

== Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== Avatars ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== Events ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== Experiments ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== Music ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
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==Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to create their own worlds or objects ([https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 source]). 

AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].    

== Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== Avatars ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== Events ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== Experiments ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== Music ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-4.webp
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==Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to create their own worlds or objects ([https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 source]). 

AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].    

== Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== Avatars ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== Events ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== Experiments ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== Music ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9525" xml:space="preserve">==Background==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

==Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to create their own worlds or objects ([https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 source]). 

AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].    

== Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== Avatars ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== Events ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== Experiments ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== Music ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9521" xml:space="preserve">==Background==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

==Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to create their own worlds or objects ([https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 source]). 

AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== Avatars ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== Events ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== Experiments ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== Music ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9510" xml:space="preserve">==Background==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

==Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== Avatars ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== Events ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== Experiments ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== Music ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9552" xml:space="preserve">'''==Background=='''
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
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'''==Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat=='''
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

'''== Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;=='''
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

'''== Avatars =='''
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
'''== Events =='''
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

'''== Experiments =='''
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

'''== Music =='''
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9557" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
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== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing virtual websites and partner-specific worlds ([http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf source]). When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Events''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9548" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
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== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Events''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== Explore AlphaWorld ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
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    <text bytes="9554" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

&lt;gallery&gt;
File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]

[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|none|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Events''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Web-of-Worldstm */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="9557" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

&lt;gallery&gt;
File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]


[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|center|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''1995'''

* January 23rd - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* June 28th - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''1996'''

* January 26th - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* February 20th - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* April - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* July - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* September - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* October 14th - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* October 17th - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* November 14th - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* December 26th - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''1997'''

* June - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''1998'''

* March 1st - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* April 20th - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Events''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Avatars */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
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    <text bytes="9658" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

&lt;gallery&gt;
File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]


[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|center|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''''1995'''''

* '''January 23rd''' - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* '''June 28th''' - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''''1996'''''

* '''January 26th''' - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* '''February 20th''' - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* '''April''' - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* '''July''' - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* '''September''' - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* '''October 14th''' - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* '''October 17th''' - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* '''November 14th''' - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* '''December 26th''' - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''''1997'''''

* '''June''' - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''''1998'''''

* '''March 1st''' - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* '''April 20th''' - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Events''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]

[http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]

* Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

[https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]

[http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9669" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

&lt;gallery&gt;
File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]


[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|center|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''''1995'''''

* '''January 23rd''' - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* '''June 28th''' - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''''1996'''''

* '''January 26th''' - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* '''February 20th''' - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* '''April''' - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* '''July''' - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* '''September''' - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* '''October 14th''' - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* '''October 17th''' - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* '''November 14th''' - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* '''December 26th''' - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''''1997'''''

* '''June''' - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''''1998'''''

* '''March 1st''' - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* '''April 20th''' - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Events''' ==
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]
   - Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.
* [https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]
* [http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9667" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

&lt;gallery&gt;
File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]


[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|center|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''''1995'''''

* '''January 23rd''' - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* '''June 28th''' - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''''1996'''''

* '''January 26th''' - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* '''February 20th''' - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* '''April''' - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* '''July''' - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* '''September''' - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* '''October 14th''' - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* '''October 17th''' - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* '''November 14th''' - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* '''December 26th''' - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''''1997'''''

* '''June''' - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''''1998'''''

* '''March 1st''' - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* '''April 20th''' - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Events''' ==
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia]
 - Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.
* [https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]
* [http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9667" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

&lt;gallery&gt;
File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]


[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|center|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''''1995'''''

* '''January 23rd''' - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* '''June 28th''' - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''''1996'''''

* '''January 26th''' - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* '''February 20th''' - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* '''April''' - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* '''July''' - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* '''September''' - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* '''October 14th''' - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* '''October 17th''' - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* '''November 14th''' - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* '''December 26th''' - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''''1997'''''

* '''June''' - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''''1998'''''

* '''March 1st''' - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* '''April 20th''' - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Events''' ==
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia] - Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.

* [https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]
* [http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

Large Gatherings

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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    <text bytes="9676" xml:space="preserve">== '''Background''' ==
[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

&lt;gallery&gt;
File:AlphaWorlds30-2.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-1.webp
File:AlphaWorlds30-3.webp
File:AlphaWorld30-4.webp
&lt;/gallery&gt;&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]


[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|center|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''''1995'''''

* '''January 23rd''' - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* '''June 28th''' - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''''1996'''''

* '''January 26th''' - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* '''February 20th''' - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* '''April''' - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* '''July''' - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* '''September''' - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* '''October 14th''' - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* '''October 17th''' - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* '''November 14th''' - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* '''December 26th''' - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''''1997'''''

* '''June''' - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''''1998'''''

* '''March 1st''' - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* '''April 20th''' - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Events''' ==
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia] - Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.
* [https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]
* [http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

'''''Large Gatherings'''''

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;</text>
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[[File:WC-AlphaWorldAd.webp|thumb|Advertisement for AlphaWorld found in Worlds Chat Gold (1996).]]
Originally a sub-section of [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html Worlds Inc]. when it [https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012853/http://www.worlds.net/news/press_releases/press-101.html launched] its beta in [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108104858/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1995], [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202062319/http://activeworlds.com/ AlphaWorld] came to differentiate itself formally in [https://web.archive.org/web/19970630115828/http://www.worlds.net:80/index.html 1997] when Worlds Chat and AlphaWorld split. Worlds Inc. sold the AlphaWorld section of their business to [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Richard F. Noll] (E N Z O) the sole proprietor of [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld Circle of Fire Studios]. AlphaWorld later became what is known as [http://activeworlds.com Active Worlds] today and renamed Circle of Fire to [https://www.twst.com/interview/j-p-mccormick-activeworlds-com-inc-awld ActiveWorlds.com].

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== '''Difference between AlphaWorld and Worlds Chat''' ==
AlphaWorld was different from Worlds Chat in many respects, including having [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History a different business development focus]. Worlds Chat was released first as a showcase of what an easily accessible 3D virtual space could be. As such, its use of avatars, space, and text communication paved the way for AlphaWorld. After visiting Worlds Chat for the first time, members of the [http://www.ccon.org/index-historic.html Contact Consortium] Group "pleaded" for Worlds Inc. to allow users to [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 create their own worlds or objects].
AlphaWorld was launched months later with a focus on generating [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds#History user-created content] (namely, [https://www.alterlinks.com/ActiveWorlds/rwx/rwx.php .rwx objects]) that would inspire more users to join the platform and grow it. It also allowed users to [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/MakingActiveWorldsTM.html build in different areas of the same contiguous world]. 

In 1997, Worlds Inc. was focusing on developing its Gamma or Worlds Platinum client (later known as [[WorldsPlayer]]) to partner with corporate sponsors in developing [http://pdf.secdatabase.com/1096/0000946790-99-000022.pdf virtual websites and partner-specific worlds]. When [[WorldsPlayer]] launched as Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat in 1998, AlphaWorld had already formally split from Worlds Inc.  

WorldsPlayer, World Chat's new Java-based client, allowed users to [[World-building|create their own worlds]] (as opposed to building in the same world at the same time) with a proprietary tool called [[WorldsShaper]].

== '''Web-of-Worlds&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;''' ==
The Web-of-Worlds was an early concept for differentiating the worlds created with the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds Development Kit] from the existing Worlds Chat client. Despite the team working on this project at least a year before this, the term Active Worlds Universe was not official until [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html July 17, 1996]. 

If you wanted to create your own world and foster its own online community, you could enlist in one of the classes (source) and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html purchase world space].

There were 3 components that contributed to the Active Worlds [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds&lt;small&gt;&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;&lt;/small&gt;].

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active Worlds Browser&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldServer&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100442/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/about.html Active WorldShaper&lt;sup&gt;tm&lt;/sup&gt;]


[[File:AlphaWorldMap.gif|center|thumb|580x580px|The overhead view AlphaWorld, circa February 1998. Source: &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ccon.org/theu/gifs/almap.gif&lt;/nowiki&gt;]]
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== '''Avatars''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz] describes a timeline of AlphaWorld / ActiveWorlds, including the changes in avatars along the way. In this section, we'll pull out the avatar timeline specifically, but feel free to read about the other details of incremental improvements on [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's archived site].

'''''1995'''''

* '''January 23rd''' - '''Cy''' avatar's predecessor was '''Chappy.'''
* '''June 28th''' - people on the beta could start reserving identities and citizenship assignments. The only avatar available was '''Cy'''.

'''''1996'''''

* '''January 26th''' - Version 0.62 introduced the '''Butch''', '''Harold''', '''Helmut''', '''Marsha''', '''Shanubia''', '''Shred''', and '''Willy''' avatars. It potentially also introduced the '''Dredd''' avatar.
* '''February 20th''' - Version 0.68 introduced the '''Barbra''', '''Caldius''', and '''Hotep''' avatars.
* '''April''' - [https://web.stanford.edu/class/history34q/readings/Active_World/Active_World.html Colony Alpha world by Moria] was released, which included new textured avatars.
* '''July''' - Articulated avatars featuring animations (or sequences / .seq files) created by [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Pam Fort], a dancer.
* '''September''' - Custom avatars created for [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Yellowstone National Park world].
* '''October 14th''' - '''Tanya''' and '''Kelly''' avatars introduced.
* '''October 17th''' - Version 1.00 released, including avatar perspectives fix, as well as "explicit actions" or avatar gestures.
* '''November 14th''' - The Active Worlds Server software also known as [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html "Web of Worlds"] is publicly announced.
* '''December 26th''' - '''Gray''' avatar released in Colony. 

'''''1997'''''

* '''June''' - '''Ken''' avatar introduced.

'''''1998'''''

* '''March 1st''' - Thirty three new avatars introduced. Specifically: '''Aaron, Alicia, Becca, Bike, Cedric, James, Kim, Morjay, Philippe, Rachel, Sarah, Shredd, Todd, Vanessa,''' and '''Virgil;''' old remaining: '''MrTourist, MsTourist, Birde, Butch, CY (NeoCY), Dredd, Gray, Harold, Helmut, Hotep, Jenna, Ken (modified), Lori, Rick (modified), Shanubia, Shred, Tanya,''' and '''Willy'''; away: '''Barbra, Bill, Brad, Caldius, Kelly (2), Marsha,''' and '''NeoCY (CY)'''.
* '''April 20th''' - Version 2.0 build 251 introduced "more special avatars."

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== '''Events''' ==
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/wedding.html Weddings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html Poetry Readings]
* [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixup1.html Trivia] - Chief Designer of the platform, Ron Britvich (Protagonist), would DJ and host Trivia as well.
* [https://hubpages.com/games-hobbies/Virtual-Worlds-ActiveWorldsReview Dance Clubs]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Games]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990824080849/http://digitalspace.com/worlds/apollo/index.html Apollo IX Demonstration]
* [http://www.ccon.org/theu/album-background.html TheU Virtual University Architecture Competition]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Memorials] (e.g. one for a user named Kaci, another one for Princess Diana)

'''''Large Gatherings'''''

* Avatar Cyber-conferences by Contact Consortium in [http://www.ccon.org/conf97/avonline.html 1997] and [http://www.ccon.org/conf98/index.html 1998].
* Over 300 users gathered together in [http://iceflare.net/aw/transcend/ Transcend] one March.
* Dozens from Contact Consortium gathered together for an "avatar party" in [http://www.ccon.org/events/mixalpha.html AlphaWorld] in 1995.
*Many folks met up in real life in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html reunions happening annually from 1998-2002].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Experiments''' ==
[http://www.ccon.org/events/sherwood.html Sherwood Village Community Project] was featured in the [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014163150/http://www.worlds.net/webofworlds/destinations.html Web-of-Worlds] early on. You can find more experiments and history [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html here].&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Music''' ==
You can listen to the music heard at AWGate [https://archive.org/details/awgate_music here]. They were all MIDI files.&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Explore AlphaWorld''' ==
AlphaWorld still exists! You can just download [https://www.activeworlds.com/ Active Worlds], then go to the "AW" world, and type in &lt;code&gt;0n 0w&lt;/code&gt; for the coordinates.

*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105559/http://www.worlds.net:80/alphaworld/ Original Informational Page]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108101242/http://www.worlds.net/alphaworld/aw-visit.html Original Download Page]&lt;br /&gt;

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*[http://web.archive.org/web/20011006001900/http://chat.globewarp.or.jp/wcj/down/300/wcj304.exe Download original Worlds Chat Japan (J3)]
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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

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The wiki will be structured and contain:
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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

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* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
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* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

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* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

* [[To Do List|To-Do List]]

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

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* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]|}}}
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'''''' 

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

* [[To Do List|To-Do List]]

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

* [[To Do List|To-Do List]]

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

* [[To Do List|To-Do List]]

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.

'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

* [[To Do List|To-Do List]]

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

* [[To Do List|To-Do List]]

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

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&lt;/ul&gt;
|}

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
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Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Background''' ==
The 3d virtual chatting service and program that would become Worlds Chat was born around the months of April or May of 1995. World Chat would become a [https://www.raphkoster.com/games/the-online-world-timeline/ pioneer] of the genre of virtual spaces. 

It would be developed in the early days of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VRML Virtual Reality Modeling Language (or VRML)] by the company [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725145958/https://sec.report/CIK/0000937647 Knowledge Adventure Worlds], that would be rebranded to [https://www.worlds.com Worlds Inc]. Worlds Chat in its inception only had 15 2D avatars to pick from, 20 rooms available to explore, and 2 worlds known as "Sadness" and "Glee".

Along development, Worlds Inc. would experiment selling the [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108100931/http://www.worlds.net/activeworlds/pricing.html Active Worlds gamma development kit] to users or organizations for the development for their own virtual spaces. Due to this, AlphaWorld (now known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Active_Worlds Active Worlds]) and Starbright World would become their own platforms that are separate from Worlds Chat following its inaugural release as the very first 3D multi-user virtual space.

&lt;gallery&gt;
WC-Avatar_Gallery.webp|The Avatar Gallery as it was in September of 1995. Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|The login of the Worlds Chat Demo. Image credited to Bruce Damer on Avatars!
WC-Coffee_Mountain.webp|The Coffee and Mountain rooms (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Chatting_Hub.webp|People chatting in Hub (September 1995). Image credited to the DigiBarn Computer Museum.
WC-Sky.webp|Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Sky2.webp|Another image of Sky World in World Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Gothic_Pod.webp|Gothic Pod from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to Worlds Inc.
WC-Login2.webp|The avatar selection from Worlds Chat Gold. Image credited to CNET.
WC-Avatar_Gallery2.webp|The avatar gallery from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub3.webp|The Space Station from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Garden.webp|The Garden from around 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Hub4.webp|Another image of the Space Station (1996-1997). Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Glee_Pod.webp|The Glee Pod from 1996-1997. Image credited to digitalspace.com
WC-Sky3.webp|The Sky World's catwalks. Image credited to digitalspace.com
&lt;/gallery&gt;

=== ''Artists'' ===
===== ''Helen Cho'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20050210174837/http://www.quiet-time.com/resume/avatars3.html Quiet-Time]'''

She created many of the iconic 2D avatars on Worlds Chat promotional photography well as making the textures for the Space Station and Worlds Chat's interface. Cho describes the limitations of the Worlds Chat engine on the texture's colors...

''"The palette supported primarily grays, browns, and blues."'' '''- Helen Cho'''

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Helen_Cho_01.webp
Helen_Cho_02.webp
Helen_Cho_03.webp
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===== ''Jeff Robinson'' =====
'''Archived Professional Site: [https://web.archive.org/web/20020607010658/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d.html Scamper]'''

He created the [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history "better-lit alien"] look of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Space Station], as well but not limited to: [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html The Sky World], the [https://web.archive.org/web/20010426041924/http://www.scamper.com:80/design/wc/wctour01.html Worlds Chat interface (alongside Helen Cho)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614044842/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d4.html the Aardog avatar], [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm the penguins (pengos)], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040203/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d5.html the End Bots], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040915/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d6.html the Iris Airlock], [https://web.archive.org/web/20020618110850/http://www.scamper.com/design/txt5.html the Energy Door], and the [https://web.archive.org/web/20020614040144/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d2.html Worlds Chat CD Cover]. A lot of work was done by Scamper.

The work was all done using Apple Macintoshes, and was produced using software Adobe Photoshop and StudioPro. Some elements was created in TextureShop and Bryce as well. Rather than being scanned, the source textures were all [https://web.archive.org/web/20030713130506/http://scamper.com/design/ani.html generated synthetically].

Robinson stated that he had to meet deadlines to prevent work on particular projects. For example, this is a quote of him describing his work on the Worlds Chat CD Cover...

''"There was originally a narrative for [the stars in the background] but any narrative was stripped from the project as deadlines loomed. Too bad."'' - '''Jeff Robinson'''

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ScamperUI.webp|The Worlds Chat interface created by Robinson and Cho.
Worlds_Chat_CD_Cover.webp|The Worlds Chat CD cover.
ScamperEnergy_Door.gif|The energy door designed by Robinson.
ScamperAarddog.gif|A wireframe of the Aarddog avatar.
ScamperAirloc.gif|The Iris airlock designed by Robinson.
ScamperAvatars.webp|Avatars designed by Robinson. Once of them is the iconic Pengo.
ScamperMaze.webp|The maze area of Sky World.
ScamperSpace.webp|A empty, spacious section of the Space Station.
ScamperCavern2.webp|A cavern designed by Robinson.
ScamperSkyWorldBldg.webp|Inside the Sky World building.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

===== ''Lynne Ann and Danny Viescas'' =====

Was an [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history avatar] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html object-maker]. Was known as Kalak of Tanagra on AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

=== ''Musicians and Sound Effects'' ===
===== ''David Tolley'' =====

Was the composer and sound effect artist that worked for Worlds Inc. from 1995 to 1997. He wrote music for Worlds Chat, AlphaWorld, Starbright World, and [https://web.archive.org/web/20210725150000/http://archive.worlds.com//news/PressReleases/pro09.html Nishho-Toppan] (Worlds Chat Japan).

=== ''Development Team'' ===
==== ''1994'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''Chris Cole''' - Peregrine Systems
* '''Dave Gobel''' - [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110008/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/DGbio.html Knowledge Adventure]
* '''Cole Larson''' - Kinetic Effects Inc/Credo Interactive

These three would go on to found Knowledge Adventure Worlds, merging their technologies to create [https://host.activeworlds.com//mauz/public/awhistory.html 3D virtual environments].

===== ''Engineering'' =====
* '''Dave Leahy'''
* '''Andrea Gallagher'''
* '''Wolf Schmidt'''
* '''Judy Challinger'''
* '''Syed Asif Hassan'''
* '''Farshid Meshgali'''
* '''Kurt Kokko'''
* '''John Navitsky'''
* '''Naggi Asmar'''
and many others.

Sources are [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history here], and [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm here].

Wolf Schmidt gives a brief history on early Worlds Chat exploits in Bruce Damer's [https://archive.org/details/cdrom_avatars_book Avatars!] book.

==== ''1995'' ====
===== ''Management'' =====
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DGbio.html David Gobel]''' - Founder and Chairman of the Board
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/RAbio.html Rich Abel]''' - CEO
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JFbio.html Jim Freeman]''' - Senior Vice President of Development and Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/JRbio.html Joe Rehfeld]''' - Senior Vice President of Business Development and Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108105933/http://www.worlds.net:80/overview/bios/CDbio.html Christopher Dean]''' - Vice President of Marketing
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/SMbio.html Steve Miller]''' - Vice President of Sales
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/BDbio.html Bryan Dunkeld]''' -  Vice President of Production
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/GHbio.html Glenn P. Halstead]''' - Vice President of Operations and Customer Support
* '''[https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110515/http://www.worlds.net/overview/bios/DLbio.html Deborah J. Ludewig]''' - Vice President, General Counsel

===== ''Engineering'' =====
An addition to the existing engineering team, Ron Britvich joined Knowledge Adventure Worlds, having previously worked on [http://host.activeworlds.com/mauz/public/awhistory.html WebWorld]. During this time under Knowledge Adventure Worlds, Britvich worked on [http://www.digibarn.com/collections/notes-designs/alphaworld-britvich/index.html AlphaWorld as well as Worlds Chat]. Britvich was known as Protagonist in AlphaWorld (Active Worlds).

===== ''Miscellaneous'' =====
When Worlds Chat launched in April 1995, Knowledge Adventure Worlds would officially be rebranded as [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Worlds Inc].

On November 13 of 1995, Worlds Inc would file a patent application for a [https://web.archive.org/web/20200101214635/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php ''"Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."'']

Around 1996, Worlds Inc. had several [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108111406/http://www.worlds.net/overview/partners.html strategic partnerships] and [https://web.archive.org/web/19961108110041/http://www.worlds.net/overview/customers.html customers], including MGM, Visa, U.S. Department of the Interior, and more.

== '''Worlds Chat Beta''' ==
During the beta period from 1995 to 1996, Worlds Chat was a [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold free demo] for any user that installed the 4-5 MB application on their Windows 95/NT or Windows 3.1 computer.

=== ''The End of the World'' ===
On September 13th, 1996, the final beta version (version 0.9a) included a patch that caused "[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm major trauma]" to the Space Station during an "End of the World" party. This included avatars for the occasion that had "THE END" in red across their chest, graffiti on the walls of the Space Station reading "IT'S OVER," and global chat messages announcing the impending doom.

[[File:I_survived_the_end_of_the_world.webp|thumb|red|right|150px|One Worlds Chat user named Avatar posted a graphic on their website in memoriam of the event, "I survived the end of the world."]]

There is not a lot of written information out there that still exists about this event, but we have some insight into the experience from a couple of accounts, like Worlds Chat user Odin:

''"Light's flickered, windows cracked, avatars were tossed like popcorn, metal fatigue sounds and electrical short circuits could be heard, and pengies tagged graffiti on the walls. All this happened while a nearing red planet smashed into the Hub Center!"'' '''- Odin'''

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WC-EndofWorld1.webp|Image of users including one user with the robot avatar with '''"THE END"''' across it's chest.
WC-EndofWorld2.webp|Graffiti in the Space Station reading '''"ITS OVER"'''.
WC-EndofWorld3.webp|The Worlds Chat global messages announcing their impending doom. 
WC-EndofWorld4.webp|The Space Station is colliding with the red planet! :0
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Worlds Chat Officially Releases''' ==

Shortly after "The End of the World," Worlds Chat [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Verison 1.0] was launched.

There was now a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/wchat.html free demo version] and the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version]. The users of the demo version had limited avatars, could only explore the Space Station and nowhere else, and could not register a unique name (known as Guest-123, etc). Users on the paid [https://web.archive.org/web/20000522133039/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/pro10.html Gold version] had all avatars available to choose from, could explore several more worlds, and could register a unique username.

When [https://web.archive.org/web/19970606010112/http://www.cnet.com/Content/Reviews/Compare/Chat/ss05d.html CNET reviewed] the software, the Worlds Chat Gold CD-ROM was $32.95 (USD).

=== ''System Requirements'' ===
Even back then, Worlds Chat was a comparatively small and fast application, but it was the [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc2.htm internet and networking hardware] that could present challenges to some users.

[https://web.archive.org/web/19970619012710/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/wcg-sysreqs.html Their minimum requirements were]:
* 486DX/66MHz-or faster PC
* Windows 3.1x, or Windows 95
* 8 MB RAM minimum (16 MB recommended)
* 24 MB hard-disk space minimum
* 256-color display
* SLIP/PPP or direct Internet connection (14.4 kbps or higher)
* 2x CD-ROM drive (for installation)
* 16-bit sound card (optional)

=== ''How to Use Worlds Chat'' ===
[[File:WC-GreenWalking.gif|right|50px]]

When launching Worlds Chat, you are met with a login screen where you can enter your username and choose from a list of limited [[Avatars|avatars]]. Once you make those selections and log in, you are transported to the Space Station's Hub -- the entry-point for all users on the platform. Users could watch new avatars logging on as they materialized with a blue flash and accompanying sound on their arrival.

There are two available methods of movement: with your mouse or with your arrow keys.

By default, the client puts you in the state where your mouse movement allows you to slide through the virtual world. You slide and twist your mouse forward or backwards to move in a way that [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Bruce Damer] compares to Doom. When you click your mouse, you then see a green walking man symbol on the bottom right and your mouse no longer alters the direction in which your avatar moves. This allows you to click on other menu options within the client.

You can also choose to use your arrow keys to move.

To chat with others, click into the bottom white rectangle, type something, and press Enter. You will see your username&gt; followed by your message in the main chat.

[[File:WC-Chatting Hub.webp|center|frameless|300px|A chat between multiple registered users from September 1995. Unregistered users would be named "Guest-123."]]

There is a [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm proximity notion] within Worlds Chat where your main chat displays the messages from the nearest several people in your cyberspace first. However, you can also use the whisper feature to directly message someone in private whether you're in the same world/room or not. You can even click on Group Member to set up a private group whisper between multiple people.

You will also notice the ability to [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm Mute] people -- this prevents you from seeing what they type, but it will not prevent them from seeing what you type. They also have no way to know they have been muted unless told.
[[File:WC-Whisper.webp|100px|frameless|left]] 
[[File:WC-WhisperGroup.webp|100px|frameless|left]]

=== ''Worlds'' ===
On the bottom right is the Space Station mini map. The section that your avatar occupies is highlighted, and you can click on other parts of the station to teleport to that location.
[[File:WC-MiniMap.webp|frameless|center]]

==== ''Official Worlds'' ====
* Hub
* Sky World
* Sadness
* Glee
* Garden
* Gothic Pod
* Avatar Gallery

==== ''User-Created Patches'' ====
While this early iteration of Worlds Chat did not have the ability for users to create their own worlds officially, some users developed "patches" that could be seen by other users who had installed that same patch. For example, [https://web.archive.org/web/20000306170707/http://maybe.yes.no/morticia/wcxtras.htm Morticia's Worlds Chat site] includes several patches to the Observation Deck and Koi Pond.

Also, if you manage to hit door hinges by the entrances to escalators "just right," you can [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm jump off the Space Station] and float in space.

=== ''Avatars'' ===
==== ''Background'' ====
[[File:Woody.webp|thumb|right|200px|A user logging in that still has the default Woody avatar. You can also see the blue flash captured as it materializes in the Hub (Space Station).]]
There were [https://web.archive.org/web/20120428095500/http://knol.google.com:80/k/worlds-com-a-history fourteen avatars to choose from] initially. With more versions of Worlds Chat over 1995-1997, they added more avatars to the Avatar Gallery, specifically for Worlds Chat Gold users. If you decided not to choose an avatar from the gallery, the default avatar worn was Woody. Additionally, if you were using the Demo version and not the Gold version, [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm users using Gold-only avatars would display as Woody avatars to Demo users].

Avatars in this early history were 2D "Holographic" avatars that consisted of 2 to 8 [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMP_file_format .bmp] files depending on how many different views the avatar required. For example, the first .bmp may be the front view, the second the back view, and so on. Due to rendering and memory constraints, the .bmp images needed to fit in a 200x200 pixel square.

This multi-view approach to the avatars also created the right circumstances for the software to have nearby avatars turn toward you [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm automatically]. The person running the avatar did not actually turn to look at you necessarily.

Worlds Chat used (and continues to use in [[WorldsPlayer]]) a proprietary compression scheme to generate the avatars from those core .bmp files.

==== ''Customizing Avatar''s ====
Here is a link to Worlds Inc's [https://web.archive.org/web/19971014164713/http://www.worlds.net/wcg/avatar2.html instructions on avatar file generation] for Worlds Chat.

Old World Chat user Sting describes how to create your own custom avatar and share it with others [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html here].

=== ''The Norms'' ===
[https://web.archive.org/web/19990202091218/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/charter.htm '''''Verbal Language''''']
* No cursing in main chat.
* Do not interrupt others having a conversation in main chat until there is a natural lull (just like etiquette in real life).
* English is not the only language users will use to communicate.
* Use the muting feature sparingly, as it can cause confusion (since you cannot see what they type but they can see what you type).


[https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc3.htm '''''Body Language''''']

Walls will stop your avatar from going through them, but the same is not true for going through other avatars. It can be interpreted as rude to stand directly in front of someone's avatar in a way that blocks their view.


'''''Idling'''''

Some users will have their avatars idle in virtual space for a number of reasons -- they could have temporarily stepped away, are staying online in order to continue to receive messages from other users, and many more reasons.


'''''Avatar Use'''''

People have different relationships with their avatar(s). They may wear an avatar associated with a group (e.g. [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]).

They may wear an avatar associated with the identity they'd like to present (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/20000304203106/http://www.primenet.com/~roessler/Beach/WChat.htm Beach Girl], [https://web.archive.org/web/20000302084350/http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Marina/3346/biker.htm Cruzn Biker]). Especially if they are a user who likes to create and/or download custom avatars (e.g. [https://web.archive.org/web/19980423043349/http://sting.yrams.nl/creation.html Sting's Place]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19970526231948/http://www.ptw.com/~chuckr/worlds/intro.htm Odin's Avatar Gradebook]; [https://web.archive.org/web/19990204033455/http://pages.preferred.com/~eschuler/wc.htm BigLip's Avatar Database]).

They may also be wearing an avatar due to a holiday or season (e.g. Santa).


'''''Downtime'''''

When Worlds Chat Gold was down due to server migration, some regulars would go to [https://web.archive.org/web/19990424093841/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/html/worlds_chat_update_0.htm Worlds Chat Japan].

==== [https://web.archive.org/web/20020219193923/http://www.digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Unofficial ''Citizen Groups''] ====
These groups would sometimes have special meetings, avatars, websites, and/or events.

Some evident groups or clans were:

* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990220085037/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfaq/nutfaq.htm Mixed Nuts]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwc7.htm Penguins / OPUS]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990210115136/http://www.geocities.com/TimesSquare/Alley/7633/ Bunnies]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19990218112331/http://www.geocities.com:80/TimesSquare/1809/wwcgr.html WWCG Ring]
* [https://issuu.com/jeremiah5555/docs/v1n1/50 The Contact Consortium]

==== ''Events'' ====
There was an actual IRL meeting of Worlds Chat users that met up in [https://web.archive.org/web/19991112231601/http://www.psln.com/lineke/lasvegas.html Las Vegas, Nevada in 1998].

=== ''Management Changes'' ===
In November 1997, Worlds Inc. was acquired by Worlds Acquisition Corporation and [https://web.archive.org/web/20220506202412/http://worlds.com/biographies.php changed the name to Worlds.com.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/19990224221757/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutnews/newspaper.htm This is Odin's Account of that time of 1995-1999.]

[https://web.archive.org/web/20020614035945/http://www.scamper.com/design/3d3.html Scamper's mention of Worlds Chat CD Cover 2 and development ceasing.]

=== ''Transition to Worlds Chat Platinum (and eventually WorldsPlayer)'' ===
In 1998, the client known internally as Gamma or Worlds Chat Platinum was finally released for download [https://web.archive.org/web/19990219132911/http://www.worlds.net/3dcd/index.html on their website] and as a [https://archive.org/details/worldsultimate3dchat CD-ROM].

Because of the release of Worlds Ultimate 3D Chat aka [[WorldsPlayer]], previous Worlds Chat users had to say "goodbye" to their beloved Worlds Chat avatars. Some were memorialized in the [https://www.oocities.org/rainforest/vines/4102/ Custom Avatar Mausoleum].

[[1998-2010|To continue reading about Worlds Chat's history from 1998-2010, click here.]]

=== ''Experience the Early Worlds Chat'' ===
* [https://archive.org/details/worldschatgold Internet Archive's in-browser version of Worlds Chat Gold that you can play right now.]
* [[WorldsPlayer#Worlds_Chat_Gold|Download the Worlds Chat Gold client]]
* [https://digitalspace.com/avatars/book/fullbook/chwc/chwcfaq.htm FAQs]
* [https://web.archive.org/web/19981202015157/http://www.worlds.net/help/index.html Support]

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    <text bytes="10018" xml:space="preserve">&lt;blockquote&gt;''Avatars represent a brand new meeting of human communications. The virtual worlds are worlds where people come to socialize, where people come to build cities, work, and try utopian experiences, to build together and learn together.'' &lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;- Bruce Damer&lt;/blockquote&gt;

== Background ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt; 

== Etiquette==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an [[Avatar world]], then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

Below is a gallery of the 200+ avatars available on [[WorldsPlayer]].

''Pictures by Crowsmold.''

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Avatar- Achoo.jpeg|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.png|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.jpeg|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.png|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.jpg|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.png|Alien
Avatar- Angel.jpeg|Angel
Avatar- Ant.jpeg|Ant
Avatar- Atat.jpeg|Atat
Avatar- Audry.png|Audry
Avatar- Aura.jpeg|Aura
Avatar- Ava.jpeg|Ava
Avatar- Avita.jpeg|Avita
Avatar- Avy.jpg|Avy
Avatar- Axel.jpeg|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.png|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.png|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.png|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.png|Banana
Avatar- Bar.jpg|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.jpg|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.jpeg|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.jpg|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.png|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.jpg|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.png|Bik
Avatar- Bing.jpeg|Bing
Avatar- Bird.png|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.jpg|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.png|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.jpeg|bla
Avatar- BLB.jpeg|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.png|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.png|Bob
Avatar- Bones.png|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.jpg|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.png|Bud
Avatar- Bug.png|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.png|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.jpg|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.png|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.jpg|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.jpg|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.jpeg|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.jpg|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.png|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.png|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.jpg|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.png|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.png|Cop
Avatar- Craig.jpg|Craig
Avatar- Crane.png|Crane
Avatar- Crea.jpeg|Crea
Avatar- Creature.jpeg|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.jpg|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.jpeg|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.png|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.jpeg|Dan
Avatar- Death.png|Death
Avatar- Deer.png|Deer
Avatar- Demon.jpeg|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.jpg|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.jpg|Dude
Avatar- Elf.jpg|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.jpg|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.png|Eva
Avatar- Eve.png|Eve
Avatar- Evy.png|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.png|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.jpg|Farm
Avatar- Fire.jpeg|Fire
Avatar - Fish.png|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.png|Foxy
Avatar- George.jpg|George
Avatar- Ginger.jpeg|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.jpeg|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.png|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.jpeg|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.jpg|Golem
Avatar- Grad.png|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.png|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.jpeg|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.jpeg|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.jpeg|Guru
Avatar- Gus.png|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.jpeg|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.png|Habib
Avatar- Hag.png|Hag
Avatar- Haining.jpeg|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.jpg|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.png|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.jpeg|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.jpeg|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.jpeg|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.jpeg|Iva
Avatar- Ive.jpg|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.jpeg|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.png|Jak
Avatar- Jane.png|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.jpeg|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.jpeg|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.jpg|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.png|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.jpg|Jian
Avatar- Jim.jpeg|Jim
Avatar- Jin.jpeg|Jin
Avatar- Jing.png|Jing
Avatar- Joe.jpeg|Joe
Avatar- John.jpg|John
Avatar- Joker.png|Joker
Avatar- Jon.jpeg|Jon
Avatar- Julie.jpg|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.jpg|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.png|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.jpeg|Lee
Avatar- Leo.png|Leo
Avatar- Lian.jpg|Lian
Avatar- Lily.jpg|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.jpeg|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.png|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.png|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.jpg|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.jpg|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.png|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.jpeg|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.jpeg|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.jpg|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.png|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.png|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.jpg|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.png|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.jpg|Mary
Avatar- Max.jpg|Max
Avatar- MD.jpg|MD
Avatar- Mei.jpg|Mei
Avatar- Mes.png|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.jpeg|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.jpg|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.jpeg|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.jpeg|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.jpg|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.png|Mon
Avatar- Monster.jpg|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.png|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.jpg|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.jpg|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.jpeg|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.jpg|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.jpg|Ova
Avatar- Ove.png|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.jpeg|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.png|Panther
Avatar- Paul.jpg|Paul
Avatar- Peg.png|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.jpg|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.jpg|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.png|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.png|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.jpg|Piper
Avatar- Pit.jpeg|Pit
Avatar- Plane.png|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.png|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.png|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.png|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.png|Quail
Avatar- Rap.jpg|Rap
Avatar- Rax.jpg|Rax
Avatar- Ray.jpg|Ray
Avatar- Rod.jpeg|Rod
Avatar- Roo.jpg|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.png|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.jpg|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.jpg|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.png|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.jpeg|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.jpeg|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.png|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.png|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.png|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.jpg|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.png|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.jpg|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.jpg|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.jpg|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.png|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.png|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.jpeg|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.jpg|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.png|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.jpeg|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.png|Spider
Avatar- Spike.jpeg|Spike
Avatar- Spin.png|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.png |Stinky
Avatar- Strum.png|Strum
Avatar- Sty.jpg|Sty
Avatar- Sub.jpg|Sub
Avatar- Sun.jpg|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.jpeg|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.jpg|Tas
Avatar- Taur.jpg|Taur
Avatar- Teri.jpeg|Teri
Avatar- Tina.png|Tina
Avatar- Tony.jpg|Tony
Avatar- Toon.jpeg|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.png|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.jpeg|Tre
Avatar- Uni.jpg|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.jpeg|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.jpg|Uva
Avatar- Vette.png|Vette
Avatar- Wei.jpg|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.jpeg|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.jpg|Willy
Avatar- Witch.png|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.jpeg|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.jpg|Worm
Avatar- Zen.png|Zen
Avatar- Zita.png|Zita
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=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
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    <text bytes="10023" xml:space="preserve">&lt;blockquote&gt;''Avatars represent a brand new meeting of human communications. The virtual worlds are worlds where people come to socialize, where people come to build cities, work, and try utopian experiences, to build together and learn together.'' &lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;- Bruce Damer&lt;/blockquote&gt;

== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

== Etiquette==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an [[Avatar world]], then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

Below is a gallery of the 200+ avatars available on [[WorldsPlayer]].

''Pictures by Crowsmold.''

&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign=center&gt;

Avatar- Achoo.jpeg|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.png|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.jpeg|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.png|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.jpg|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.png|Alien
Avatar- Angel.jpeg|Angel
Avatar- Ant.jpeg|Ant
Avatar- Atat.jpeg|Atat
Avatar- Audry.png|Audry
Avatar- Aura.jpeg|Aura
Avatar- Ava.jpeg|Ava
Avatar- Avita.jpeg|Avita
Avatar- Avy.jpg|Avy
Avatar- Axel.jpeg|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.png|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.png|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.png|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.png|Banana
Avatar- Bar.jpg|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.jpg|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.jpeg|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.jpg|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.png|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.jpg|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.png|Bik
Avatar- Bing.jpeg|Bing
Avatar- Bird.png|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.jpg|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.png|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.jpeg|bla
Avatar- BLB.jpeg|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.png|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.png|Bob
Avatar- Bones.png|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.jpg|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.png|Bud
Avatar- Bug.png|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.png|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.jpg|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.png|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.jpg|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.jpg|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.jpeg|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.jpg|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.png|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.png|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.jpg|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.png|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.png|Cop
Avatar- Craig.jpg|Craig
Avatar- Crane.png|Crane
Avatar- Crea.jpeg|Crea
Avatar- Creature.jpeg|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.jpg|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.jpeg|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.png|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.jpeg|Dan
Avatar- Death.png|Death
Avatar- Deer.png|Deer
Avatar- Demon.jpeg|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.jpg|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.jpg|Dude
Avatar- Elf.jpg|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.jpg|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.png|Eva
Avatar- Eve.png|Eve
Avatar- Evy.png|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.png|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.jpg|Farm
Avatar- Fire.jpeg|Fire
Avatar - Fish.png|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.png|Foxy
Avatar- George.jpg|George
Avatar- Ginger.jpeg|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.jpeg|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.png|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.jpeg|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.jpg|Golem
Avatar- Grad.png|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.png|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.jpeg|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.jpeg|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.jpeg|Guru
Avatar- Gus.png|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.jpeg|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.png|Habib
Avatar- Hag.png|Hag
Avatar- Haining.jpeg|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.jpg|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.png|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.jpeg|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.jpeg|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.jpeg|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.jpeg|Iva
Avatar- Ive.jpg|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.jpeg|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.png|Jak
Avatar- Jane.png|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.jpeg|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.jpeg|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.jpg|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.png|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.jpg|Jian
Avatar- Jim.jpeg|Jim
Avatar- Jin.jpeg|Jin
Avatar- Jing.png|Jing
Avatar- Joe.jpeg|Joe
Avatar- John.jpg|John
Avatar- Joker.png|Joker
Avatar- Jon.jpeg|Jon
Avatar- Julie.jpg|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.jpg|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.png|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.jpeg|Lee
Avatar- Leo.png|Leo
Avatar- Lian.jpg|Lian
Avatar- Lily.jpg|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.jpeg|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.png|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.png|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.jpg|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.jpg|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.png|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.jpeg|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.jpeg|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.jpg|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.png|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.png|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.jpg|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.png|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.jpg|Mary
Avatar- Max.jpg|Max
Avatar- MD.jpg|MD
Avatar- Mei.jpg|Mei
Avatar- Mes.png|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.jpeg|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.jpg|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.jpeg|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.jpeg|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.jpg|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.png|Mon
Avatar- Monster.jpg|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.png|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.jpg|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.jpg|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.jpeg|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.jpg|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.jpg|Ova
Avatar- Ove.png|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.jpeg|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.png|Panther
Avatar- Paul.jpg|Paul
Avatar- Peg.png|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.jpg|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.jpg|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.png|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.png|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.jpg|Piper
Avatar- Pit.jpeg|Pit
Avatar- Plane.png|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.png|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.png|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.png|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.png|Quail
Avatar- Rap.jpg|Rap
Avatar- Rax.jpg|Rax
Avatar- Ray.jpg|Ray
Avatar- Rod.jpeg|Rod
Avatar- Roo.jpg|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.png|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.jpg|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.jpg|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.png|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.jpeg|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.jpeg|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.png|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.png|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.png|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.jpg|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.png|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.jpg|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.jpg|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.jpg|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.png|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.png|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.jpeg|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.jpg|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.png|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.jpeg|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.png|Spider
Avatar- Spike.jpeg|Spike
Avatar- Spin.png|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.png |Stinky
Avatar- Strum.png|Strum
Avatar- Sty.jpg|Sty
Avatar- Sub.jpg|Sub
Avatar- Sun.jpg|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.jpeg|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.jpg|Tas
Avatar- Taur.jpg|Taur
Avatar- Teri.jpeg|Teri
Avatar- Tina.png|Tina
Avatar- Tony.jpg|Tony
Avatar- Toon.jpeg|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.png|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.jpeg|Tre
Avatar- Uni.jpg|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.jpeg|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.jpg|Uva
Avatar- Vette.png|Vette
Avatar- Wei.jpg|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.jpeg|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.jpg|Willy
Avatar- Witch.png|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.jpeg|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.jpg|Worm
Avatar- Zen.png|Zen
Avatar- Zita.png|Zita
 &lt;/gallery&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
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    <text bytes="10019" xml:space="preserve">&lt;blockquote&gt;''Avatars represent a brand new meeting of human communications. The virtual worlds are worlds where people come to socialize, where people come to build cities, work, and try utopian experiences, to build together and learn together.'' &lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;- Bruce Damer&lt;/blockquote&gt;

== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

== Etiquette==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

Below is a gallery of the 200+ avatars available on [[WorldsPlayer]].

''Pictures by Crowsmold.''

&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign=center&gt;

Avatar- Achoo.jpeg|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.png|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.jpeg|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.png|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.jpg|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.png|Alien
Avatar- Angel.jpeg|Angel
Avatar- Ant.jpeg|Ant
Avatar- Atat.jpeg|Atat
Avatar- Audry.png|Audry
Avatar- Aura.jpeg|Aura
Avatar- Ava.jpeg|Ava
Avatar- Avita.jpeg|Avita
Avatar- Avy.jpg|Avy
Avatar- Axel.jpeg|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.png|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.png|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.png|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.png|Banana
Avatar- Bar.jpg|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.jpg|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.jpeg|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.jpg|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.png|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.jpg|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.png|Bik
Avatar- Bing.jpeg|Bing
Avatar- Bird.png|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.jpg|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.png|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.jpeg|bla
Avatar- BLB.jpeg|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.png|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.png|Bob
Avatar- Bones.png|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.jpg|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.png|Bud
Avatar- Bug.png|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.png|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.jpg|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.png|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.jpg|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.jpg|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.jpeg|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.jpg|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.png|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.png|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.jpg|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.png|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.png|Cop
Avatar- Craig.jpg|Craig
Avatar- Crane.png|Crane
Avatar- Crea.jpeg|Crea
Avatar- Creature.jpeg|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.jpg|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.jpeg|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.png|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.jpeg|Dan
Avatar- Death.png|Death
Avatar- Deer.png|Deer
Avatar- Demon.jpeg|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.jpg|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.jpg|Dude
Avatar- Elf.jpg|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.jpg|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.png|Eva
Avatar- Eve.png|Eve
Avatar- Evy.png|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.png|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.jpg|Farm
Avatar- Fire.jpeg|Fire
Avatar - Fish.png|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.png|Foxy
Avatar- George.jpg|George
Avatar- Ginger.jpeg|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.jpeg|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.png|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.jpeg|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.jpg|Golem
Avatar- Grad.png|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.png|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.jpeg|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.jpeg|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.jpeg|Guru
Avatar- Gus.png|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.jpeg|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.png|Habib
Avatar- Hag.png|Hag
Avatar- Haining.jpeg|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.jpg|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.png|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.jpeg|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.jpeg|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.jpeg|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.jpeg|Iva
Avatar- Ive.jpg|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.jpeg|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.png|Jak
Avatar- Jane.png|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.jpeg|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.jpeg|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.jpg|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.png|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.jpg|Jian
Avatar- Jim.jpeg|Jim
Avatar- Jin.jpeg|Jin
Avatar- Jing.png|Jing
Avatar- Joe.jpeg|Joe
Avatar- John.jpg|John
Avatar- Joker.png|Joker
Avatar- Jon.jpeg|Jon
Avatar- Julie.jpg|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.jpg|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.png|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.jpeg|Lee
Avatar- Leo.png|Leo
Avatar- Lian.jpg|Lian
Avatar- Lily.jpg|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.jpeg|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.png|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.png|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.jpg|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.jpg|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.png|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.jpeg|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.jpeg|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.jpg|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.png|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.png|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.jpg|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.png|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.jpg|Mary
Avatar- Max.jpg|Max
Avatar- MD.jpg|MD
Avatar- Mei.jpg|Mei
Avatar- Mes.png|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.jpeg|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.jpg|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.jpeg|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.jpeg|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.jpg|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.png|Mon
Avatar- Monster.jpg|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.png|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.jpg|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.jpg|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.jpeg|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.jpg|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.jpg|Ova
Avatar- Ove.png|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.jpeg|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.png|Panther
Avatar- Paul.jpg|Paul
Avatar- Peg.png|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.jpg|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.jpg|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.png|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.png|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.jpg|Piper
Avatar- Pit.jpeg|Pit
Avatar- Plane.png|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.png|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.png|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.png|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.png|Quail
Avatar- Rap.jpg|Rap
Avatar- Rax.jpg|Rax
Avatar- Ray.jpg|Ray
Avatar- Rod.jpeg|Rod
Avatar- Roo.jpg|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.png|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.jpg|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.jpg|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.png|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.jpeg|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.jpeg|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.png|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.png|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.png|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.jpg|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.png|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.jpg|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.jpg|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.jpg|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.png|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.png|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.jpeg|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.jpg|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.png|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.jpeg|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.png|Spider
Avatar- Spike.jpeg|Spike
Avatar- Spin.png|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.png |Stinky
Avatar- Strum.png|Strum
Avatar- Sty.jpg|Sty
Avatar- Sub.jpg|Sub
Avatar- Sun.jpg|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.jpeg|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.jpg|Tas
Avatar- Taur.jpg|Taur
Avatar- Teri.jpeg|Teri
Avatar- Tina.png|Tina
Avatar- Tony.jpg|Tony
Avatar- Toon.jpeg|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.png|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.jpeg|Tre
Avatar- Uni.jpg|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.jpeg|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.jpg|Uva
Avatar- Vette.png|Vette
Avatar- Wei.jpg|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.jpeg|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.jpg|Willy
Avatar- Witch.png|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.jpeg|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.jpg|Worm
Avatar- Zen.png|Zen
Avatar- Zita.png|Zita
 &lt;/gallery&gt;

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
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    <comment>Created page with "'''''This is the gallery for the Avatars in the game.''''' &lt;br&gt;  == Articulated Avatars == &lt;gallery&gt; Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Ax..."</comment>
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    <text bytes="5572" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is the gallery for the Avatars in the game.'''''
&lt;br&gt;

== Articulated Avatars ==
&lt;gallery&gt;
Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar- Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
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    <text bytes="5578" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is the gallery for the Avatars in the game.'''''
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==
&lt;gallery&gt;
Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar- Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
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  <title>Avatars</title>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-12T22:53:31Z</timestamp>
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    <text bytes="4631" xml:space="preserve">&lt;blockquote&gt;''Avatars represent a brand new meeting of human communications. The virtual worlds are worlds where people come to socialize, where people come to build cities, work, and try utopian experiences, to build together and learn together.'' &lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;- Bruce Damer&lt;/blockquote&gt;

== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

== Etiquette==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

'''''You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on [[WorldsPlayer]] here.''''' ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
.&lt;br /&gt;
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    <text bytes="4668" xml:space="preserve">&lt;blockquote&gt;''Avatars represent a brand new meeting of human communications. The virtual worlds are worlds where people come to socialize, where people come to build cities, work, and try utopian experiences, to build together and learn together.'' &lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;- Bruce Damer&lt;/blockquote&gt;

== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

== Etiquette==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

'''''[[Avatars/Gallery|You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on [[WorldsPlayer&lt;nowiki&gt;]]&lt;/nowiki&gt; here.]]''''' ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
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== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

== Etiquette==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Articulated_Avatars|'''''You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on WorldsPlayer here.''''']] ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
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== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

'''== Etiquette=='''
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Articulated_Avatars|'''''You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on WorldsPlayer here.''''']] ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
.&lt;br /&gt;
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== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

==  '''Etiquette''' ==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Articulated_Avatars|'''''You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on WorldsPlayer here.''''']] ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[GALLERY COMING SOON]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
.&lt;br /&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]


The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

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! colspan="2" style="text-align: center; background-color: #000000;" | To-Do List
|-
| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
|}

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

{| class="wikitable" style="float:right; margin-left: 10px; width: 300px; background-color: #000000; border: 1px solid #aaa; box-shadow: 3px 3px 10px #ccc;"
|-
! colspan="2" style="text-align: center; background-color: #000000;" | To-Do List
|-
| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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&lt;br&gt;

== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==
&lt;gallery&gt;
Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar- Fish_._webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
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&lt;br&gt;

== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==
&lt;gallery&gt;
Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar- Avatar-_Fish_._webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-13T01:36:57Z</timestamp>
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&lt;br&gt;

== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==
&lt;gallery&gt;
Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar - Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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  </revision>
  <revision>
    <id>579</id>
    <parentid>576</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-13T01:42:17Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Articulated Avatars */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="5618" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is the gallery for the Avatars in the game.'''''
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==

These pictures provided by Cromsmold.
&lt;gallery&gt;
Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar - Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
&lt;/gallery&gt;</text>
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  </revision>
  <revision>
    <id>580</id>
    <parentid>579</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-13T01:42:35Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Articulated Avatars */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="5623" xml:space="preserve">'''''This is the gallery for the Avatars in the game.'''''
&lt;br&gt;

== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==

These pictures were provided by Cromsmold.
&lt;gallery&gt;
Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar - Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
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== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==

These pictures were provided by Cromsmold.
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Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar - Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
&lt;/gallery&gt;

== '''Holographic Avatars''' ==

Gallery to be added soon. Feel free to add pictures of them here!

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    <text bytes="4772" xml:space="preserve">&lt;blockquote&gt;''Avatars represent a brand new meeting of human communications. The virtual worlds are worlds where people come to socialize, where people come to build cities, work, and try utopian experiences, to build together and learn together.'' &lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;- Bruce Damer&lt;/blockquote&gt;

== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

==  '''Etiquette''' ==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Articulated_Avatars|'''''You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on WorldsPlayer here.''''']] ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|''The gallery for them can be found here. '''[IMAGES HAS YET TO BE ADDED]''''']]
&lt;br /&gt;

==Customizing Avatars==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
.&lt;br /&gt;
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== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

==  '''Etiquette''' ==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Articulated_Avatars|'''''You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on WorldsPlayer here.''''']] ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|''The gallery for them can be found here. '''[IMAGES HAS YET TO BE ADDED]''''']]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Customizing Avatars''' ==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20221031224351/http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== Method 1 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== '' ''Method 2 ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
.&lt;br /&gt;
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== '''Background''' ==
Avatars are a concrete representation of our abstract selves. 

Users on Worlds have different relationships with their avatars, sometimes sticking to one particular avatar, a few, or always experimenting with the avatar they wear.

The default avatars available to users are categorized as either '''Holographic''' (2-D) or '''Articulated''' (3-D).&lt;br /&gt;

==  '''Etiquette''' ==
'''Do not''' steal other users' custom avatars. As is the norm for many other forms of digital art, ask the creator if it's okay to use their creation. If it is hosted for public consumption in an Avatar world, then it is usually fine.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Articulated Avatars'''==
These three-dimensional avatars are available to users with VIP. They can also be [[Avatars#Customizing Avatars|manipulated]] in creative ways.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Articulated_Avatars|'''''You can view the gallery of the 200+ avatars available on WorldsPlayer here.''''']] ''The pictures are by Crowsmold.''

=='''Holographic Avatars'''==
These two-dimensional avatars are available to all users at any time. They cannot be manipulated in creative ways in the same way that holographic avatars can.

[[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|''The gallery for them can be found here. '''[IMAGES HAS YET TO BE ADDED]''''']]
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Customizing Avatars''' ==
First, [[WorldsShaper|enable Shaper]]. Then, check out these guides for tips on creating avatars with Shaper:

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20221031224351/http://smurfyworld.no-ip.com/aujourd/avatarparts.html Modifying Avatar Code to Build a Custom VIP Avatar] by Aujord
*[https://www.badsworld.com/badsworlds/worlds-site/tkAvatarcodes.txt Worlds VIP Avatar Codes] by Thought_Knox. Text itself is hosted by Bad-Dude.
*[https://gist.github.com/canttel/041fc57aadd6f3f05097346d3c4fda8e Practical Avatar-making] by Cake1234566 aka Jett.

=== '''Using Your Own 3D Model as an Avatar''' ===
The steps below are highly advanced and assume you already know how to make a .rwx 3D model with the proper textures and file size.

If you add an .rwx file to your Avatar URL in Shaper, you will get the following error message: 
 "Invalid URL: must have extension that matches: rwg;mov"

To do it successfully, there's two methods.

==== ''Method 1'' ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Open '''WorldsPlayer''' and go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Objects''' '''menu'''. Find '''Posable Shape''' and drag it in front of you. It will be invisible except for a red dot indicating its location.

'''Step 4:''' In the Posable Shape's '''Avatar (URL)''', paste in the '''.rwx model URL'''. You should now see what your model looks like when imported into Worlds. No one else can see this except yourself. Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.

'''Step 5:''' Go to your '''Shaper''' &gt; '''Actions''' menu. Find '''Select Avatar''' and drag it into the Actions under the Posable Shape item in the hierarchy menu on the left..

'''Step 6:''' You can now click on the model and it will allow you to select it as your avatar.

==== ''Method 2'' ====
'''Step 1:''' Have a working '''.rwx''' model with '''24-bit .bmp texture''' associated with it.

'''Step 2:''' Upload the model online so that it has a URL like http://yourwebsite.com/avatars/test.rwx

'''Step 3:''' Close out of '''WorldsPlayer'''.

'''Step 4:''' Navigate to your Worlds install directory and find your '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 5:''' Run '''Notepad''' as an '''administrator''' &gt; open the '''worlds.ini''' file.

'''Step 6:''' Under '''VIPAvatar=''' , change the .rwg string to whatever your '''.rwx model URL''' is and click '''Save'''.

'''Step 7:''' Next time you log on to Worlds, your custom avatar will be displayed to both you and other users.

Keep in mind that you cannot size or rotate the model once imported into Worlds. If you need to do either of those things, you will need to open the .rwx model in a 3D modeling program like [http://www.micromouse.ca/ Accutrans] or [https://www.blender.org/ Blender] and re-export it to your website.
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This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;
Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

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The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
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The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

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The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
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The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

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The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
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The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
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The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
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===Author: Jimbly===
===Turn on Music?: No===
&lt;span id="Turn_on_Music?:_Yes/No"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
===Easter eggs?: No===
&lt;span id="Easter_eggs?:_Yes/No"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots.png|frameless|647x647px]]

The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The submission guidelines in Mugshots.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/mugshots.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots.png|frameless|647x647px]]

The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots.png|frameless|647x647px]]

The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots.png|frameless|647x647px]]

The submission guidelines in Mugshots.

[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.&lt;br /&gt;
==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots.png|frameless|647x647px|The submission guidelines in Mugshots.]]


[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|thumb|515x515px|The owner of Mugshots himself.]]

&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots.png|frameless|647x647px]]


The submission guidelines in Mugshots.


[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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|-
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots.png|frameless|647x647px]]

The submission guidelines in Mugshots.


[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The submission guidelines in Mugshots.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/mugshots.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/mugshots.world

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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/mugshots.world

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages does not have current information, so please update them if you can.&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you can.&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

{| class="wikitable" style="float:right; margin-left: 10px; width: 300px; background-color: #000000; border: 1px solid #aaa; box-shadow: 3px 3px 10px #ccc;"
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&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

{| class="wikitable" style="float:right; margin-left: 10px; width: 300px; background-color: #000000; border: 1px solid #aaa; box-shadow: 3px 3px 10px #ccc;"
|-
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|-
| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the Contribution Rules page for example) for Miraheze.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
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    <text bytes="16382" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-present|to this day]].  

=== Hosts ===
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.png|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.png|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16383" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-present|to this day]].  

=== Hosts ===
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.png|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16384" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-present|to this day]].  

=== Hosts ===
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

&lt;br /&gt;
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    <text bytes="16387" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-present|to this day]].  

=== ''Hosts'' ==
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

&lt;br /&gt;
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    <text bytes="16386" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-present|to this day]].  

== ''Hosts'' ==
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

&lt;br /&gt;
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    <text bytes="16390" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16390" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

&lt;br /&gt;
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    <text bytes="16433" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16476" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same [[Room]] and [[Dimension]]. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16468" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16520" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16563" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== Guests ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]]. 

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16566" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== Staff ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16570" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.png|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16571" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [http://www.worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16610" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''World Tours'''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''Trivia'''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''Poetry and Storytelling'''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''Avatar Classes''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''WorldShaper Classes''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''Hide and Seek'''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]'''Comedy'''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''''Avatar Classes''''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''''WorldShaper Classes''''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16639" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free [[VIP]] subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry &amp; Storytelling Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an [[Auditorium]] or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry May 10, 2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[Avatar Classes|'''''Avatar Classes''''']]

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like [[JetJanitor's City Life]], which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


[[WorldShaper Classes|'''''WorldShaper Classes''''']]

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like [[Shaper Tutorial Hub]] by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - WorldShaper Class.png|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''[http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Name That Song.png|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''Where in the World'''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16822" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16822" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16868" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pastpg.htm]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16914" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie World|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16915" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in [[Worlds Center]] that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16911" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [http://archive.worlds.com//BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16953" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [https://web.archive.org/web/20190722125832/http://archive.worlds.com/BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Birthday Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16953" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== Celebrations ===
'''Birthdays'''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [https://web.archive.org/web/20190722125832/http://archive.worlds.com/BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Birthday_Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''[[Marriages]]'''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16961" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== ''Celebrations'' ===
'''''Birthdays'''''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [https://web.archive.org/web/20190722125832/http://archive.worlds.com/BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Birthday_Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''''Marriages'''''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie World|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The Wyrm and Elisia Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''Holidays''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''Real Life Meet-ups'''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16970" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== ''Celebrations'' ===
'''''Birthdays'''''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [https://web.archive.org/web/20190722125832/http://archive.worlds.com/BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Birthday_Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''''Marriages'''''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The_Wyrm_and_Elisia_Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''''Holidays''''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''''Real Life Meet-ups'''''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== Avatar competitions ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar Winners - Devils Touch and Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]


=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16973" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== ''Celebrations'' ===
'''''Birthdays'''''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [https://web.archive.org/web/20190722125832/http://archive.worlds.com/BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Birthday_Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''''Marriages'''''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The_Wyrm_and_Elisia_Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''''Holidays''''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''''Real Life Meet-ups'''''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== ''Avatar competitions'' ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar_Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar_Winners_-_Devils_Touch_and_Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]

=== Worlds-building competitions ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16979" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== ''Celebrations'' ===
'''''Birthdays'''''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [https://web.archive.org/web/20190722125832/http://archive.worlds.com/BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Birthday_Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''''Marriages'''''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The_Wyrm_and_Elisia_Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''''Holidays''''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''''Real Life Meet-ups'''''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== ''Avatar competitions'' ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar_Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar_Winners_-_Devils_Touch_and_Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]

=== W'''orlds-building Competitions''' ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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    <text bytes="16977" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
Users have come up with creative ways to participate in the platform together over the years that Worlds Chat has been around. These activities are meant to help foster a sense of community for both old users and new. In the early history of the platform, these events were scheduled on official Worlds websites. Nowadays, those calendars hosted on [[Key Worlds Webpages|official Worlds Inc. domains]] are outdated, but many events continue to be hosted and participated in [[2010-Present|to this day]].  

== '''Hosts''' ==  
Events have typically been hosted by members of the community who had [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl applied] and subsequently been accepted to be [https://web.archive.org/web/20200530000342/http://archive.worlds.com//help/clprogram.html community leaders]. If accepted, the volunteers would get a special account that would always have [[:File:Hosts.webp|Host]]- as the start of the username and be highlighted in yellow. Host accounts can also disseminate messages in the chat to all active users, which differs from the standard user experience of only sending chats to other users that are sharing the same Room and Dimension. Lastly, Host accounts have the ability to moderate. They can apply temporary bans ("bootings") on users that are violating the [https://web.archive.org/web/20210511212131/http://archive.worlds.com//help/worldsterms.html Terms of Conduct].

In the early 2000s, there were Hosts "on duty" most of the days of the week at varying time zones (as evidenced in [https://web.archive.org/web/20050306095517/http://dv-8.org/worldnews/ this example]), but in recent years there are not enough community leaders and a large enough user base to both support and necessitate that coverage. The community leader registration is more informal as of 2020, since the [https://web.archive.org/web/20150606021658/http://www.worlds.com/cgi-bin/community.pl registration form] that used to exist is no longer active.&lt;br /&gt;
[[File:Hosts.webp|thumb|600x600px|Three hosts were in Ground Zero during an unexpected spike in traffic in April, 2020. From left to right, they are Host-Balaam, Host-Knacken, and Host-Trinity. The aqua / blue nametag that says Sir-Gemini is a Worlds Staff account. Picture provided by DrFrasierCrane.|alt=|none]]

=== ''Guests'' ===
Another type of Worlds account, these VIPs would have a pink Guest- nametag and participate in [[Events#Special One-Time Events|one-time events]]. If a Guest is participating, they are usually the ''reason'' for the event taking place. Guest accounts have not been seen on the platform [[Events#Special One-Time Events|since the early 2000s]].

=== ''Staff'' ===
A self-explanatory Worlds account, these users have an aqua nametag and help with not just events, but also bug reports, community management, and permanent solutions to violators of the [https://web.archive.org/web/20230519173154/http://worlds.net/termsofservice.html Terms of Service] (like IP bans if applicable). You can see an example of this Worlds account with Sir-Gemini in [[:File:Hosts.webp|the image above]].

=='''Recurring Events'''==
'''''World Tours'''''

The host of the tour invites attendees to add the host as a friend. After a countdown, the host instructs everyone to teleport to the host. In this way, the host guides users through [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] or rare locations within [[Default Worlds]].
[[File:Worldsmark Tour by Host-Balaam.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A worldsmark tour taking place on a Tuesday in April, 2020. The hosts pictured are Host-Balaam and Host-Knacken. Picture by Maidy.]]


'''''Trivia'''''

There have been a lot of different iterations of trivia over the years -- general trivia, entertainment trivia, music trivia, etc. Trivia in general seems to be a constant on [http://www.worlds.net/news/eventcalendar.html formal] and [https://web.archive.org/web/20040414084618/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/eventwinners.htm informal] Worlds event calendars alike. 

During a lull in activity on Worlds during [[2010-Present|2015-2018]], Trivia was not active due to lack of interest in the platform. In 2018, Host-AngelEyes brought the Trivia event back, and it has been running since. 

As of May 2020, Trivia is hosted on Saturdays and winners get to win free VIP subscriptions of varying lengths: first place wins 6 months free VIP, second place wins 3 months free VIP, and third place wins 1 month free VIP.[[File:Poetry_26_Storytelling_Event.png|none|thumb|522x522px|A trivia event hosted by HOST-AngelEyes in her Rose Auditorium on a Saturday in April, 2020. Users crowd the host to have the highest chance of their answer to the trivia question be first in the chat history. Those that answer correctly and most quickly get the most points for that round. Picture by DrFrasierCrane.]]
'''''Comedy'''''

Another perennial event, comedy is a very fluid event whose format depends on the host and members at the time. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. It may consist of bits done by a whole group or by individual users. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Comedy Night.png|none|frame|Comedy Night being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]] 

'''''Poetry and Storytelling'''''

Just as old as trivia, poetry and storytelling has been a popular event over the years. This event is typically held in an Auditorium or stage world. Users can whisper the host to get on the poetry reading list. The host then calls people up to the stage one by one. Only the current reader can be on the stage. The event features both original poems, poems attributed to other authors, stories, and ghost encounters.
[[File:Poetry_May_102C_2020.png|none|thumb|529x529px|Host-AngelEyes is reading the rules of Worlds Poetry while standing on the Auditorium stage. Picture taken May 10, 2020 by DrFrasierCrane.]]

'''''Workshops'''''

Poetry workshop events shift the format from an "open mic"-type event to a discussion or lecture. The intent of the workshop was to build skills and resources used for poetry / storytelling. 
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Poetry Workshop.png|none|frame|Poetry Workshop being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''Avatar Classes'''''

Pioneered in the years following the release of [[WorldsPlayer]] (and rendering [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat Gold]] obsolete) around [[1998-2010|2001]], [[Avatars|avatar]] classes were held by members of the community like JetJanitor, ChicksBitz, Lucyinthesky, Batman11, Thought Knox, Heartsong, A-plus, and Num_lock. Over the years, this community would share and improve on the knowledge of [[Avatars|avatar manipulation]]. 

The brains behind those innovations in avatars are discussed in a "museum"-type world called [[TimeQuake]]. Some worlds have also been created as classroom environments, like JetJanitor's City Life, which has a room with an extensive avatar tutorial. These educational rooms or worlds often feature mirrors, texture tools, and basic avatars displayed as examples.
[[File:Event Calendar 2001 - Avatar Class.png|none|frame|Avatar Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]


'''''WorldShaper Classes'''''

Originally a paid feature only acquired through a VIP subscription and exponentially more complex, [[WorldsShaper]] classes were not nearly as common as avatar classes.    

As with avatar classes, some worlds have been created as WorldsShaper classroom environments, like Shaper Tutorial Hub by Pehtomi and [[VR Land]] by Num_Lock.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_WorldShaper_Class.webp|none|frame|Worlds Building / Shaper Class being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [https://web.archive.org/web/20200321114327/http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html  Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20200205043548/http://archive.worlds.com//news/charliesboard.html Name That Song]'''''    

This event consisted of a guessing game aka music trivia. A host would write out lyrics or information and players would try to name what song it was.    
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Name_That_Song.webp|none|frame|Name That Song being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]    

[https://web.archive.org/web/20030213230845/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/ '''''Where in the World'''''] 

This event was suggested by a user named Woolvesie in 2003 and consisted of a sort of scavenger hunt challenge for particular locations within worlds. 

The rules are:

*''"Be the first to e-mail in all 4 locations of the pictures below World, room and brief description of location and WIN 3 Months Free VIP"''

[https://web.archive.org/web/20050309001345/http://pub1.bravenet.com/calendar/viewevent.php?usernum=12982403&amp;y=2005&amp;m=03&amp;d=02&amp;id=8889 '''World Squares''']

This event was held in the early 2000s and had all of the same rules as the TV game show called [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hollywood_Squares Hollywood Squares]. The event would take place on a world created in the format of the game show, with giant squares avatars could walk into.  

One of those worlds is still around by the fitting name of [[Hollywood Squares World]], and is also a Ground Zero which allows for easily inviting newcomers in to participate. 

This one is a different world that was also a venue for Hollywood Squares, but it has been lost to time, so be on the lookout for it!
 http://members.lycos.co.uk/apparition1/worldssquares/worldssquares.world
'''''[https://web.archive.org/web/20040119072001/http://www.worldnews.fsnet.co.uk/booknfilm/bnfreview.htm Book and Film Review]'''''

This event consists of discussing a particular form media, whether it be a particular author, book, film, etc. When Mr. Zombie would host this event, it consisted of the following itinerary:

#''"Discuss one specific author. His/her merits and subject matters.''
#''"Discuss one book, or series of books, by that author, again its subject matter and merits.''
#''"Discuss the film based on that book ... it's closeness to the original story, etc; However, if no film has been produced we will discuss another, hopefully topical, film."''

'''''Hide and Seek'''''

In this event, people disable their nametags and arrive at a central location chosen by the host of the event.  

There are two roles: seekers and hiders. Seekers look for the hidden avatars, and win if they can find every single hider in the chosen world. Hiders choose a spot during hiding time and must remain there undetected for the course of the game in order to win the game. Those interested in being seekers whisper the host and then one to three seekers get chosen, depending on the amount of hiders present that day. 

An example ruleset for Hide and Seek: 

*''No teleporting''
*''Regular avatars, not small or invisible''
*''Do not use Shaper''
*''Hide in the chosen world''
*''No moving after the seeker starts looking''
*''Tell the host you are participating, or you aren't participating! 5 min hide time; Hide and seek lasts an hour; Seeker- whisper the person you found when you've found them, and then whisper the host their username!''

&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Special One-Time Events'''==
'''Seasonal Ground Zeros'''

Ground Zero re-designs were released for holidays, new URLs, events, and posters in the world.

You can find every version of Ground Zero ever here: [http://jett.dacii.net/jett/HistoricalGzs Historical Ground Zeros]

'''VIP Chats / the original AMA / the original simulcast'''

In these corporately hosted events, a VIP came online with a special pink nametag preceded by '''Guest-'''. They engaged with the community and answered questions while promoting something, whether it be a tour, merchandise, or something else.
[[File:Hanson_Event.png|none|thumb|525x525px|Hanson 3D Chat October 21, 2000. Source: https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html]]
The music group Hanson headlined one such event on May 6, 2000. You can see a transcript a fan put together of the chat log in the section titled "'''Hanson 3D Chat"''' [http://www.angelfire.com/pop/sweetgurls2/interviewsmain.html here] as well as [https://web.archive.org/web/20210610055637/http://archive.worlds.com//hanson/pictures.html pictures and a Q&amp;A] on their archived HansonWorlds.com page.

While we haven't found archived event pages for other musicians with worlds on the platform, there have been users that recall [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]] and [[Aerosmith World|Steven Tyler]] also making appearances on Worlds.&lt;br /&gt;
=== ''Celebrations'' ===
'''''Birthdays'''''

Within the [[Default Worlds]], there are several places like the Birthday Room in Worlds Center that are intended to host birthday parties. Even [[Ground Zero]] may link you to the [https://web.archive.org/web/20190722125832/http://archive.worlds.com/BirthdayRoom/Happy_Birthday.html Happy Birthday page]. On this page, you can see upcoming birthdays, birthday wishes/greetings, and upcoming birthday parties. Though this is no longer active, you could submit a birthday, birthday greeting, or birthday party by emailing birthdays@worlds.com.

There are also many custom worlds that have been created for one big birthday party for a particular person. Sometimes, the custom birthday world is active for that event and then retired by the creator the next day.
[[File:Event_Calendar_2001_-_Birthday_Room.png|none|frame|Birthday Room being advertised on Worlds Inc.'s [http://archive.worlds.com//news/eventcalendar.html Event Calendar] in 2001.]]

'''''Marriages'''''

As with many MMOs and MMORPGs, virtual weddings took place between users. Often, custom worlds were created just for the purpose of hosting a ceremony. Otherwise, ceremonies were held in church-like or stage-like worlds, like [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie Church]] or [[Avro's Atlantis]]. 
[[File:The_Wyrm_and_Elisia_Wedding.png|none|frame|Worlds users The Wyrm and Elisia in a wedding ceremony in May, 2020.  Also pictured is Sir-Gemini. Picture taken by Wirlaburla.]] 

'''''Holidays''''' 

Holiday parties have occurred on a seasonal basis. You can find many worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom]] and [[Default Worlds|default]], have been created for such occasions like Christmas and Halloween.  

'''''Real Life Meet-ups'''''

As can happen when people become friends online, they wanted to meet up in real life one day. 

* [https://web.archive.org/web/20021212211745/http://www.worldspoetry.com/gathering/gathering_2003_san_antonio.htm In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in San Antonio, TX, USA.]
*In 2003, there was a Worlds meet-up in the United Kingdom.
*[http://www.angelfire.com/pa4/ourbostonpicturess/ In 2001, there was a Worlds meet-up in Boston, MA, USA.]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/19981203122714/http://www.mixed-nuts.com/nutfest/nutfest'97.htm In 1997, there was a Worlds meet-up in Atlanta, GA, USA.]&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Competitions'''==

=== ''Avatar competitions'' ===
[[Avatars|Avatar]] creation is an incredible outlet for creativity. The community would hold one time events to show off and vote on unique avatars.

The last avatar competition was likely held about 10 years ago.
[[File:Avatar_Contest.jpg|none|thumb|523x523px|An avatar competition hosted at least 10 years ago. Picture shared by AEE Kath.]]


'''Winners of an avatar competition held in 2002:'''
&lt;br /&gt;[[File:Avatar_Winners_-_Devils_Touch_and_Devil69.png|none|thumb|520x520px|This commemorative picture of the winning avatars by Devil69 and Devils_Touch was posted on [https://web.archive.org/web/20021014004140/http://www.geocities.com/devilsworlds/Main_Page.html Devil_Touch's Worlds site in 2002]. The text reads "Best Dressed Couple - First Place; Best Dressed Female - First and Second Places"]]

=== ''Worlds-building Competitions'' ===
The percentage of users that try their hand at creating a world is much lower than those who try to manipulate avatars, likely because building your own world requires a lot more time and dedication. 

Thus, worlds-building competitions were less frequently held than the avatar competitions.

The last worlds-building competition was likely held about 13 years ago.

=='''Memorials'''==
Whether it is a memorial to those outside of Worlds or those involved in Worlds, [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] have been created as memorials for lost loved ones, often with users holding a one-time event in remembrance. Some [[User-Created Worlds|custom worlds]] and newsletters memorialize tragedies that have occurred as well, like [[AceUK's World|AceUK's world]].

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

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Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/ie&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the Contribution Rules before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive button on WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
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File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe Mini Map.png
File:Universe Map (Official Worlds).png

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* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers. 

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], [[Polygram]], [[Hanson World &amp; Stage|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith Worlds|Aerosmith]] and [[Coca Cola China]]. It also included [[Aol|AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world]] being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 20, 2007] patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 2007] Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php July 7, 2008] Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop [[DMC World]] set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]

=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe Mini Map.png
File:Universe Map (Official Worlds).png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers. 

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], [[Polygram]], [[Hanson World &amp; Stage|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith Worlds|Aerosmith]] and [[Coca Cola China]]. It also included [[Aol|AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world]] being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 20, 2007] patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 2007] Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php July 7, 2008] Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop [[DMC World]] set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe Mini Map.png
File:Universe Map (Official Worlds).png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers. 

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], [[Polygram]], [[Hanson World &amp; Stage|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith Worlds|Aerosmith]] and [[Coca Cola China]]. It also included [[Aol|AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world]] being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 20, 2007] patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 2007] Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php July 7, 2008] Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop [[DMC World]] set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_(Official Worlds).png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers. 

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], [[Polygram]], [[Hanson World &amp; Stage|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith Worlds|Aerosmith]] and [[Coca Cola China]]. It also included [[Aol|AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world]] being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 20, 2007] patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 2007] Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php July 7, 2008] Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop [[DMC World]] set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers. 

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], [[Polygram]], [[Hanson World &amp; Stage|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith Worlds|Aerosmith]] and [[Coca Cola China]]. It also included [[Aol|AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world]] being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 20, 2007] patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 2007] Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php July 7, 2008] Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop [[DMC World]] set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
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File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

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* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], [[Polygram]], [[Hanson World &amp; Stage|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith Worlds|Aerosmith]] and [[Coca Cola China]]. It also included [[Aol|AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world]] being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 20, 2007] patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 2007] Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php July 7, 2008] Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop [[DMC World]] set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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== '''Explore Worlds Chat Japan''' ==

*[http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Metap/metap_worlds_fixed_shapes/ Meet at Plaza recreation in WorldsPlayer]
*[http://web.archive.org/web/20011006001900/http://chat.globewarp.or.jp/wcj/down/300/wcj304.exe Download original Worlds Chat Japan (J3)]
*[[WorldsPlayer#Non-WorldsPlayer Clients|Other Worlds Chat Japan clients]]

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== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==

These pictures were provided by Cromsmold.
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Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar - Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
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== '''Holographic Avatars''' ==

Gallery to be added soon. Feel free to add pictures of them here!

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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The submission guidelines in Mugshots.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/mugshots.world

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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street Gz]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
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=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/mugshots.world

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 20, 2007] patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 2007] Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php July 7, 2008] Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop [[DMC World]] set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

* '''February 20, 2007''' - patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
* '''November 2007''' - Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
* '''July 7, 2008''' - Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop DMC World set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* [https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 11, 2008] - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 24, 2008] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 2, 2010] - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php May 14, 2011] - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 12, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 27, 2012] - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 30, 2012] - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2012] - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 26, 2013] - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php October 3 2014] - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 28, 2014] - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php June 26, 2015] - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 18, 2015] - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php February 11, 2016] - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Mar 16, 2016] - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Dec 1, 2016] - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,] respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php January 22, 2018] - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php March 9, 2018] - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php Sept. 7, 2018] - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

[https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php '''''View the timelines and patent lawsuits in this archived Worlds Inc. webpage (captured in Nov 04, 2018)''''']

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

* '''February 20, 2007''' - patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
* '''November 2007''' - Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
* '''July 7, 2008''' - Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop DMC World set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* '''December 11, 2008''' - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
* '''December 24, 2008''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''April 2, 2010''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''May 14, 2011''' - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php December 20, 2011] - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''February 12, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
* '''March 27, 2012''' - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 30, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
* '''April 17, 2012''' - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 26, 2013''' - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''October 3 2014''' - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
* '''January 28, 2014''' - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
* '''June 26, 2015''' - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
* '''August 18, 2015''' - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
*[https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php November 30, 2015] - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
* '''February 11, 2016''' - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
* '''March 16, 2016''' - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
* '''November 30, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
* '''December 1, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
* '''January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,''' respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
* '''January 22, 2018''' - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
* '''March 9, 2018''' - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
* '''Sept. 7, 2018''' - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

== '''''Events''''' ==
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

[https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php '''''View the timelines and patent lawsuits in this archived Worlds Inc. webpage (captured in Nov 04, 2018)''''']

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

* '''February 20, 2007''' - patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
* '''November 2007''' - Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
* '''July 7, 2008''' - Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop DMC World set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* '''December 11, 2008''' - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
* '''December 24, 2008''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''April 2, 2010''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''May 14, 2011''' - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''December 20, 2011''' - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''February 12, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
* '''March 27, 2012''' - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 30, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
* '''April 17, 2012''' - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 26, 2013''' - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''October 3 2014''' - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
* '''January 28, 2014''' - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
* '''June 26, 2015''' - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
* '''August 18, 2015''' - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''November 30, 2015''' - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
* '''February 11, 2016''' - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
* '''March 16, 2016''' - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
* '''November 30, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
* '''December 1, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
* '''January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,''' respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
* '''January 22, 2018''' - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
* '''March 9, 2018''' - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
* '''Sept. 7, 2018''' - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

== '''''Events''''' ==
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

[https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php '''''View the timelines and patent lawsuits in this archived Worlds Inc. webpage (captured in Nov 04, 2018)''''']

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

* '''February 20, 2007''' - patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
* '''November 2007''' - Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
* '''July 7, 2008''' - Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop DMC World set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* '''December 11, 2008''' - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
* '''December 24, 2008''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''April 2, 2010''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''May 14, 2011''' - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''December 20, 2011''' - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''February 12, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
* '''March 27, 2012''' - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 30, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
* '''April 17, 2012''' - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 26, 2013''' - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''October 3 2014''' - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
* '''January 28, 2014''' - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
* '''June 26, 2015''' - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
* '''August 18, 2015''' - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''November 30, 2015''' - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
* '''February 11, 2016''' - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
* '''March 16, 2016''' - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
* '''November 30, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
* '''December 1, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
* '''January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,''' respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
* '''January 22, 2018''' - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
* '''March 9, 2018''' - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
* '''Sept. 7, 2018''' - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

== '''''Events''''' ==
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
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File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

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* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

[https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php '''''View the timelines and patent lawsuits in this archived Worlds Inc. webpage (captured in Nov 04, 2018)''''']

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

* '''February 20, 2007''' - patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
* '''November 2007''' - Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
* '''July 7, 2008''' - Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop DMC World set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* '''December 11, 2008''' - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
* '''December 24, 2008''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''April 2, 2010''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''May 14, 2011''' - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''December 20, 2011''' - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''February 12, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
* '''March 27, 2012''' - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 30, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
* '''April 17, 2012''' - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 26, 2013''' - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''October 3 2014''' - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
* '''January 28, 2014''' - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
* '''June 26, 2015''' - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
* '''August 18, 2015''' - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''November 30, 2015''' - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
* '''February 11, 2016''' - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
* '''March 16, 2016''' - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
* '''November 30, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
* '''December 1, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
* '''January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,''' respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
* '''January 22, 2018''' - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
* '''March 9, 2018''' - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
* '''Sept. 7, 2018''' - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

== '''''Events''''' ==
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

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Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
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! Wordsmark
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! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;


=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.</text>
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! Music
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;


=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;


=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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    <timestamp>2023-11-13T19:56:44Z</timestamp>
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      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Per-Heh / Petohmi's Practice World}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-29_11_53_49-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_practice1}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/practice.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
&lt;/div&gt;
=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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    <parentid>757</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-13T19:57:12Z</timestamp>
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      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/practice.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
&lt;/div&gt;
=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/omishan.world

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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    <timestamp>2023-11-13T19:57:28Z</timestamp>
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      <id>2</id>
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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/practice.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
&lt;/div&gt;
=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/omishan.world

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/infectedmushroomgroundzero.world

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Per-Heh / Petohmi's Practice World}}}
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/practice.world}}}
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! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/omishan.world

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/infectedmushroomgroundzero.world

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/funkysteps.world

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Per-Heh / Petohmi's Practice World}}}
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
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! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/omishan.world

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/infectedmushroomgroundzero.world

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/funkysteps.world

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/worlds_shaper.world

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

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The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/omishan.world

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/infectedmushroomgroundzero.world

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/funkysteps.world

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/worlds_shaper.world

=== '''Music''' ===
Shaper World still contains WorldCenter's sounds as a reconstruction of WorldsShaper.

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/practice.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
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=='''Per-Heh'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

=='''Caves1'''==
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

=='''Caves2'''==
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

=='''Omishan'''==
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/omishan.world

=='''Infected Mushroom Gz'''==
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/infectedmushroomgroundzero.world

=='''Funkysteps'''==
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/funkysteps.world

=='''Per-Heh Shaper World'''==
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/worlds_shaper.world

== '''Music''' ==
Shaper World still contains WorldCenter's sounds as a reconstruction of WorldsShaper.

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The daytime Egyptian patio in Per-Heh.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Petohmi}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/practice.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
&lt;/div&gt;
=='''Description'''==
Per-Heh aka Petohmi's Practice World is a expansive custom Egyptian showcase world made by Petohmi that is based on architecture that one may have found back in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egypt ''Ancient Egypt''] during its 3000 year period of existence. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetic_Orthodoxy#Kemetic_Orthodoxy_and_other_religions ''Per-Heh''] is also a small religious subset of Modern [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kemetism ''Kemetic''] religions that are modern reconstructions of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancient_Egyptian_religion ''Ancient Egyptian religions'']. The rooms within Per-Heh consist of many underground passages with intersections in between, large rooms referred to as "chat rooms" for people to hang around in and many other types of areas to be uncovered! One of the major areas of note within this world is the study room that acts as an intersection for hubs containing portals of Petohmi's other worlds, which many consider root worlds of Per-Heh just like [[Polymatrix|Polymatrix]]! Below this description for Per-Heh are the root worlds associated with Per-Heh.

==='''''Caves1'''''===
Caves 1 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a marble-textured cave area with bridges connecting other parts. Going to the left immediately after entering the big cave room will take you to a wonderful Gz that appears to set the user in ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_space outer space]''

[[File:2020-06-29 13 15 01-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MarbleCaves.png|frameless|672x672px|The marbled caves in Caves 1.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/groundzero.world

==='''''Caves2'''''===
Caves 2 is a custom nature showcase world made by Petohmi that consists of a grainy-textured cave area that consists of a large middle area and many cave branches, it also has a slope allowing you to climb up the middle area's natural cave structures as well.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 26 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - undergroundrings002.png|frameless|676x676px|The grainy caves in Caves 2.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/undergroundrings003.world

==='''''Omishan'''''===
Omishan is a custom nature/hangout world made by Petohmi that is set in a forest of giant trees with platforms and bridges surrounding them that the user can walk around on, this world may have been used for Petohmi and his friends to hang out at.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 24 02-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - omishan world.png|frameless|658x658px|The tree platforms of Omishan.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/omishan.world

==='''''Infected Mushroom Gz'''''===
Infected Mushroom Gz, often abbreviated as I.M. Gz, is an sci-fi reconstruction of [[Ground Zero]] made by Petohmi that was made as a tribute for the Electronic music duo ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infected_Mushroom Infected Mushroom]''. This world is similar in appearance to study and may have been a side creation while Petohmi was making Per-Heh. This world contains similar rooms to Per-heh's study such as an upper ring with lounge areas, and also contains unique dark blue grid textures throughout, perhaps as an tribute of aesthetic to the world's namesake.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 04 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IMGroundZero.png|frameless|668x668px|The reception area in Infected Mushroom Gz.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/infectedmushroomgroundzero.world

==='''''Funkysteps'''''===
Funkysteps is a custom abstract showcase world made by Petohmi that starts the user out surrounded by various crystals in what may be another dimension. The crystals that are lateral of the user that are bigger and colored can be clicked to teleport the user to various areas with different kinds of stairway setups. These stairway setups appear to be a showcase of artistic and technical prowess on Petohmi's part, for each of them have something unique to each of their designs, thus contributing to the name of Funkysteps. 

[[File:2020-06-29 12 29 27-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps.png|frameless|661x661px|The entry area in Funkysteps.]]
&lt;br /&gt;
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/funkysteps.world

==='''''Per-Heh Shaper World'''''===
Per-Heh Shaper World is an expansive tutorial reconstruction of WorldsCenter made by Petohmi's wife that has many rooms containing tutorials on how to utilize the many properties of shaper. Tutorials given include topics such as adding behaviors, connecting portals, and grouping objects. There also appears to have potentially been a classroom in this world as well, but as it cannot be entered, it is unknown if this ever came into fruition.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 35 55-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper.png|frameless|673x673px|The entry area in Per-Heh Shaper World.]]
&lt;br /&gt;

 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Per-heh/worlds_shaper.world

== '''Music''' ==
Shaper World still contains WorldCenter's sounds as a reconstruction of WorldsShaper.

=='''Significance'''==
These worlds are often the subject of tours by various users and their recent rediscovery by modern Worlds users has given them many new inspirations in regards to building worlds in general. These worlds were likely also popular hubs for followers of Per-Heh in its peak of popularity.&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Rooms'''==

*'''Daytime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Nighttime Egyptian Patio'''
*'''Bedroom Chamber'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Hallways'''
*'''Various Underground Passage Intersections'''
*'''Libraries'''
*'''Brazier Gathering Area'''
*'''"Chat Rooms"'''
*'''Pillar Room'''
*'''Crypt Entry Area'''
*'''Surrounding Desert'''
*'''Big Tent'''
*'''Mines Cave'''
*'''Dungeon Halls'''
*'''Study Area'''
*'''Upper Study Areas'''
*'''Various Cavern Areas'''
*'''Unfinished Royal Foyer'''
*'''Ice Cavern'''
*'''Crystal Ice Space'''
*'''The Marbled Caves in Caves 1'''
*'''Cosmic Space Rock Gz''' 
*'''The Grainy Caves in Caves 2'''
*'''Omishan Tree Platforms Area'''
*'''Reception Area in Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Upper Areas In Infected Mushrooms Gz'''
*'''Entry Area in Funkysteps'''
*'''Spiral Staircase Area'''
*'''Square Staircase Area'''
*'''Tower Staircase Area'''
*'''Elevator Staircase Area'''
*'''Per-Heh Shaper World Entry Room'''
*'''Hallways in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Hub Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''
*'''Tutorial Rooms in Per-Heh Shaper World'''

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-06-29 11 55 08-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice2.png|frameless|649x649px]]

The bedroom chamber in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 57 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice3.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The study area in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 11 59 30-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice4.png|frameless|647x647px]]

One of the many underground passage intersections in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 04 57-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice6.png|frameless|649x649px]]

Example of a "chat room" in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 06 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice7.png|frameless|651x651px]]

The crypt entryway area, big tent, and the surrounding desert.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 09 12-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice8.png|frameless|652x652px]]

The bridge in the mines cave.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 20 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - practice9.png|frameless|656x656px]]

One of the hub areas to Pehtomi's other worlds.

[[File:2020-06-29 12 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - funkysteps2.png|frameless|662x662px]]

The tower staircase in Funkysteps.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 01 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - IceSteps.png|frameless|667x667px]]

Ice Crystal Space in Per-Heh.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 37 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper2.png|frameless|673x673px]]

The hub area for some of the topics discussed in Petohmi's Shaper World.

[[File:2020-06-29 13 38 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Worlds Shaper3.png|frameless|673x673px]]

One of the rooms where topics are being discussed.

[[File:2020-06-29 16 34 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CSRGroundZero.png|frameless|673x673px]]

Cosmic Space Rock Gz in Caves 1.

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  <title>BTopenworld 3D Worlds</title>
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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The hub start area for BTopenworld Start.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Worlds Inc.}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|worldsmark=home:BTopenworld/btworld.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
&lt;/div&gt;

=='''BTopenworld Start'''==
BTopenworld Start is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. in 2000 in collaboration with ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BT_Group British Telecom]'' for the purpose of being advertised on their BTopenworld internet service and its youth lifestyle portal Uprush, which were both new at the time, in exchange for building two worlds for the aforementioned BT products that was to be featured on [[Key Worlds Webpages|Worlds.com]]. The appearance of the world is set primarily on floating platforms above a flat grassy [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plain plain] with futuristic technology spread throughout. This world once featured pages hosted by British Telecom on futuristic screens for people to click on and browse with WorldsPlayer, but have since went defunct. The hub also contains portals to root worlds associated with BTopenworld Start which are Cyber Parliament, Big Time, and the Garden of Tranquility.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Start'''

=='''Cyber Parliament'''==
Cyber Parliament is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. that starts out with the user warping into the world as if BT's internet has them approaching at a high velocity. Upon entry into the main area users will see themselves contained within a transparent ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth Earth]'' looking out into the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cosmos cosmos]'', as well as a platform with a computer showing ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binary_code binary code]'', a mini Earth floating in the center below it and futuristic screens on each spread-out end of the platform. These screens would've allowed users to view pages such as news articles and featured videos on BT's Uprush site.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Cyber Parliament'''

[[File:2020-07-20 15 02 17-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment2.png|frameless|646x646px|The main area in Cyber Parliament.]]|

 worldsmark=home:cyberparliament/cyberparliament.world


=='''Big Time'''==
Big Time is a default sci-fi hangout world made by Worlds Inc. featuring a ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyramid pyramid]'' on the middle of what appears to be a rooftop in a city being shined on with a spotlight on top of the pyramid. Inside the pyramid is an empty lobby with an elevator leading up to an empty balcony room with a nice view of the city surrounding the pyramid. 


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Big Time'''


[[File:2020-07-20 14 59 35-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime.png|frameless|646x646px|The outside of the pyramid in Big Time.]]
 
 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

=='''Garden of Tranquility'''==
Garden of Tranquility is a default garden world made by Worlds Inc. that begins with the user spawning into the middle of a courtyard with a finely crafted stone fountain in the middle and four stone statues surrounding it. These statues could be clicked on to visit various pages hosted by BTopenworld's servers, however these sites have since went defunct. Continuing out of the courtyard will lead into the beginning of a virtual reconstruction of the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court_Maze Hampton Court Maze]'' that users can attempt to explore to the center of.  

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Garden of Tranquility''' 

[[File:2020-07-20 14 30 51-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - GardenofTranquility.png|frameless|646x646px]]

 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

=='''Significance'''==
Btopenworld 3D Worlds future was short lived as Uprush, one of two BT products Worlds Inc. was contracted to make a world for, folded under a month after the press release announcement, leaving the state of its development uncertain. There were also plans to include 5 new avatars with BT's worlds at some point, but due to development being unfinished none of these ever came to exist on Worlds.&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*'''Start Hub Area'''
*'''Cyber Parliament Main Area'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Outside'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Lobby'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Balcony'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Main Fountain Area'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Hampton Court maze'''
=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 53-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment.png|frameless|647x647px]]

High speed BTopenworld internet will take you to Cyber Parliament in a flash!

[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 00-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime2.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The balcony of the pyramid in Big Time.

[[File:2020-07-20 14 34 31-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Hampton Court Maze.png|frameless|644x644px]]

The statue at the center of Hampton Court Maze in Garden of Tranquility.
=='''References'''==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014148/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn041.html Press release from Worlds Inc. announcing the addition of BTopenworld 3D Worlds.]&lt;br /&gt;
[https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/british-telecom-shuts-down-youth-portal/130165 News article announcing the closure of British Telecom's youth lifestyle portal Uprush.]&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-14T02:13:01Z</timestamp>
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! Author
| {{{author|Worlds Inc.}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|worldsmark=home:BTopenworld/btworld.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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&lt;/div&gt;

=='''BTopenworld Start'''==
BTopenworld Start is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. in 2000 in collaboration with ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BT_Group British Telecom]'' for the purpose of being advertised on their BTopenworld internet service and its youth lifestyle portal Uprush, which were both new at the time, in exchange for building two worlds for the aforementioned BT products that was to be featured on [[Key Worlds Webpages|Worlds.com]]. The appearance of the world is set primarily on floating platforms above a flat grassy [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plain plain] with futuristic technology spread throughout. This world once featured pages hosted by British Telecom on futuristic screens for people to click on and browse with WorldsPlayer, but have since went defunct. The hub also contains portals to root worlds associated with BTopenworld Start which are Cyber Parliament, Big Time, and the Garden of Tranquility.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Start'''

=='''Cyber Parliament'''==
Cyber Parliament is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. that starts out with the user warping into the world as if BT's internet has them approaching at a high velocity. Upon entry into the main area users will see themselves contained within a transparent ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth Earth]'' looking out into the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cosmos cosmos]'', as well as a platform with a computer showing ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binary_code binary code]'', a mini Earth floating in the center below it and futuristic screens on each spread-out end of the platform. These screens would've allowed users to view pages such as news articles and featured videos on BT's Uprush site.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Cyber Parliament'''

[[File:2020-07-20 15 02 17-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment2.png|frameless|646x646px|The main area in Cyber Parliament.]]|

 worldsmark=home:cyberparliament/cyberparliament.world


=='''Big Time'''==
Big Time is a default sci-fi hangout world made by Worlds Inc. featuring a ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyramid pyramid]'' on the middle of what appears to be a rooftop in a city being shined on with a spotlight on top of the pyramid. Inside the pyramid is an empty lobby with an elevator leading up to an empty balcony room with a nice view of the city surrounding the pyramid. 


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Big Time'''


[[File:2020-07-20 14 59 35-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime.png|frameless|646x646px|The outside of the pyramid in Big Time.]]
 
 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

=='''Garden of Tranquility'''==
Garden of Tranquility is a default garden world made by Worlds Inc. that begins with the user spawning into the middle of a courtyard with a finely crafted stone fountain in the middle and four stone statues surrounding it. These statues could be clicked on to visit various pages hosted by BTopenworld's servers, however these sites have since went defunct. Continuing out of the courtyard will lead into the beginning of a virtual reconstruction of the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court_Maze Hampton Court Maze]'' that users can attempt to explore to the center of.  

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Garden of Tranquility''' 

[[File:2020-07-20 14 30 51-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - GardenofTranquility.png|frameless|646x646px]]

 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

== '''Music''' ==
Birds can be heard chirping as users explore the Garden of Tranquility's Hampton Court Maze.

=='''Significance'''==
Btopenworld 3D Worlds future was short lived as Uprush, one of two BT products Worlds Inc. was contracted to make a world for, folded under a month after the press release announcement, leaving the state of its development uncertain. There were also plans to include 5 new avatars with BT's worlds at some point, but due to development being unfinished none of these ever came to exist on Worlds.&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*'''Start Hub Area'''
*'''Cyber Parliament Main Area'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Outside'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Lobby'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Balcony'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Main Fountain Area'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Hampton Court maze'''
=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 53-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment.png|frameless|647x647px]]

High speed BTopenworld internet will take you to Cyber Parliament in a flash!

[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 00-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime2.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The balcony of the pyramid in Big Time.

[[File:2020-07-20 14 34 31-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Hampton Court Maze.png|frameless|644x644px]]

The statue at the center of Hampton Court Maze in Garden of Tranquility.
=='''References'''==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014148/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn041.html Press release from Worlds Inc. announcing the addition of BTopenworld 3D Worlds.]&lt;br /&gt;
[https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/british-telecom-shuts-down-youth-portal/130165 News article announcing the closure of British Telecom's youth lifestyle portal Uprush.]&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-14T02:15:14Z</timestamp>
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! Author
| {{{author|Worlds Inc.}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|worldsmark=home:BTopenworld/btworld.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
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== '''Description''' ==

==='''BTopenworld Start'''===
BTopenworld Start is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. in 2000 in collaboration with ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BT_Group British Telecom]'' for the purpose of being advertised on their BTopenworld internet service and its youth lifestyle portal Uprush, which were both new at the time, in exchange for building two worlds for the aforementioned BT products that was to be featured on [[Key Worlds Webpages|Worlds.com]]. The appearance of the world is set primarily on floating platforms above a flat grassy [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plain plain] with futuristic technology spread throughout. This world once featured pages hosted by British Telecom on futuristic screens for people to click on and browse with WorldsPlayer, but have since went defunct. The hub also contains portals to root worlds associated with BTopenworld Start which are Cyber Parliament, Big Time, and the Garden of Tranquility.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Start'''

==='''Cyber Parliament'''===
Cyber Parliament is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. that starts out with the user warping into the world as if BT's internet has them approaching at a high velocity. Upon entry into the main area users will see themselves contained within a transparent ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth Earth]'' looking out into the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cosmos cosmos]'', as well as a platform with a computer showing ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binary_code binary code]'', a mini Earth floating in the center below it and futuristic screens on each spread-out end of the platform. These screens would've allowed users to view pages such as news articles and featured videos on BT's Uprush site.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Cyber Parliament'''

[[File:2020-07-20 15 02 17-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment2.png|frameless|646x646px|The main area in Cyber Parliament.]]|

 worldsmark=home:cyberparliament/cyberparliament.world


==='''Big Time'''===
Big Time is a default sci-fi hangout world made by Worlds Inc. featuring a ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyramid pyramid]'' on the middle of what appears to be a rooftop in a city being shined on with a spotlight on top of the pyramid. Inside the pyramid is an empty lobby with an elevator leading up to an empty balcony room with a nice view of the city surrounding the pyramid. 


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Big Time'''


[[File:2020-07-20 14 59 35-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime.png|frameless|646x646px|The outside of the pyramid in Big Time.]]
 
 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

==='''Garden of Tranquility'''===
Garden of Tranquility is a default garden world made by Worlds Inc. that begins with the user spawning into the middle of a courtyard with a finely crafted stone fountain in the middle and four stone statues surrounding it. These statues could be clicked on to visit various pages hosted by BTopenworld's servers, however these sites have since went defunct. Continuing out of the courtyard will lead into the beginning of a virtual reconstruction of the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court_Maze Hampton Court Maze]'' that users can attempt to explore to the center of.  

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Garden of Tranquility''' 

[[File:2020-07-20 14 30 51-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - GardenofTranquility.png|frameless|646x646px]]

 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

== '''Music''' ==
Birds can be heard chirping as users explore the Garden of Tranquility's Hampton Court Maze.

=='''Significance'''==
Btopenworld 3D Worlds future was short lived as Uprush, one of two BT products Worlds Inc. was contracted to make a world for, folded under a month after the press release announcement, leaving the state of its development uncertain. There were also plans to include 5 new avatars with BT's worlds at some point, but due to development being unfinished none of these ever came to exist on Worlds.&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*'''Start Hub Area'''
*'''Cyber Parliament Main Area'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Outside'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Lobby'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Balcony'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Main Fountain Area'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Hampton Court maze'''
=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 53-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment.png|frameless|647x647px]]

High speed BTopenworld internet will take you to Cyber Parliament in a flash!

[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 00-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime2.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The balcony of the pyramid in Big Time.

[[File:2020-07-20 14 34 31-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Hampton Court Maze.png|frameless|644x644px]]

The statue at the center of Hampton Court Maze in Garden of Tranquility.
=='''References'''==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014148/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn041.html Press release from Worlds Inc. announcing the addition of BTopenworld 3D Worlds.]&lt;br /&gt;
[https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/british-telecom-shuts-down-youth-portal/130165 News article announcing the closure of British Telecom's youth lifestyle portal Uprush.]&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;</text>
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    <parentid>794</parentid>
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      <id>2</id>
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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The hub start area for BTopenworld Start.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Worlds Inc.}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|worldsmark=home:BTopenworld/btworld.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}
&lt;/div&gt;
== '''Description''' ==

==='''''BTopenworld Start'''''===
BTopenworld Start is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. in 2000 in collaboration with ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BT_Group British Telecom]'' for the purpose of being advertised on their BTopenworld internet service and its youth lifestyle portal Uprush, which were both new at the time, in exchange for building two worlds for the aforementioned BT products that was to be featured on [[Key Worlds Webpages|Worlds.com]]. The appearance of the world is set primarily on floating platforms above a flat grassy [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plain plain] with futuristic technology spread throughout. This world once featured pages hosted by British Telecom on futuristic screens for people to click on and browse with WorldsPlayer, but have since went defunct. The hub also contains portals to root worlds associated with BTopenworld Start which are Cyber Parliament, Big Time, and the Garden of Tranquility.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Start'''

==='''''Cyber Parliament'''''===
Cyber Parliament is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. that starts out with the user warping into the world as if BT's internet has them approaching at a high velocity. Upon entry into the main area users will see themselves contained within a transparent ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth Earth]'' looking out into the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cosmos cosmos]'', as well as a platform with a computer showing ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binary_code binary code]'', a mini Earth floating in the center below it and futuristic screens on each spread-out end of the platform. These screens would've allowed users to view pages such as news articles and featured videos on BT's Uprush site.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Cyber Parliament'''

[[File:2020-07-20 15 02 17-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment2.png|frameless|646x646px|The main area in Cyber Parliament.]]|

 worldsmark=home:cyberparliament/cyberparliament.world


==='''''Big Time'''''===
Big Time is a default sci-fi hangout world made by Worlds Inc. featuring a ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyramid pyramid]'' on the middle of what appears to be a rooftop in a city being shined on with a spotlight on top of the pyramid. Inside the pyramid is an empty lobby with an elevator leading up to an empty balcony room with a nice view of the city surrounding the pyramid. 


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Big Time'''


[[File:2020-07-20 14 59 35-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime.png|frameless|646x646px|The outside of the pyramid in Big Time.]]
 
 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

==='''''Garden of Tranquility'''''===
Garden of Tranquility is a default garden world made by Worlds Inc. that begins with the user spawning into the middle of a courtyard with a finely crafted stone fountain in the middle and four stone statues surrounding it. These statues could be clicked on to visit various pages hosted by BTopenworld's servers, however these sites have since went defunct. Continuing out of the courtyard will lead into the beginning of a virtual reconstruction of the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court_Maze Hampton Court Maze]'' that users can attempt to explore to the center of.  

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Garden of Tranquility''' 

[[File:2020-07-20 14 30 51-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - GardenofTranquility.png|frameless|646x646px]]

 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

== '''Music''' ==
Birds can be heard chirping as users explore the Garden of Tranquility's Hampton Court Maze.

=='''Significance'''==
Btopenworld 3D Worlds future was short lived as Uprush, one of two BT products Worlds Inc. was contracted to make a world for, folded under a month after the press release announcement, leaving the state of its development uncertain. There were also plans to include 5 new avatars with BT's worlds at some point, but due to development being unfinished none of these ever came to exist on Worlds.&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*'''Start Hub Area'''
*'''Cyber Parliament Main Area'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Outside'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Lobby'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Balcony'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Main Fountain Area'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Hampton Court maze'''
=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 53-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - CyberParliment.png|frameless|647x647px]]

High speed BTopenworld internet will take you to Cyber Parliament in a flash!

[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 00-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime2.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The balcony of the pyramid in Big Time.

[[File:2020-07-20 14 34 31-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Hampton Court Maze.png|frameless|644x644px]]

The statue at the center of Hampton Court Maze in Garden of Tranquility.
=='''References'''==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014148/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn041.html Press release from Worlds Inc. announcing the addition of BTopenworld 3D Worlds.]&lt;br /&gt;
[https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/british-telecom-shuts-down-youth-portal/130165 News article announcing the closure of British Telecom's youth lifestyle portal Uprush.]&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;</text>
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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# Read the home page for an understanding of our mission and what needs to be done.
# Entries must be as accurate and objective as possible. If you are not sure about whether something is accurate or objective, omit it from your contribution.
# Do not make an article about a single individual or group.
# When contributing to a page,  you do not have to but it's very preferable that you be logged in with a Miraheze account. If possible, use your Worlds username as your Miraheze username so to know who is editing. Do not impersonate others.
# Please keep your contributions in line with the [https://meta.miraheze.org/wiki/Terms_of_Use Miraheze Terms of Use].

== '''Style Guides''' ==

===Articles for Worlds===
As a contributor, the easiest way to help us document worlds for historical preservation is by creating articles for the worlds from the [[Default Worlds|Default]] or [[User-Created Worlds|User-created]] worlds indexes. You can tell if an article has already been created for that world if the link is [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Red_link blue]. If the link is [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Red_link red], then that is an article that needs to be created according to the style guide here as well as this [[Template:World Example|'''template''']].

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! Wordsmark
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! Music
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! Easter Eggs
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==== '''Creating a new world article''' ====

# First, sign into a Fandom account that preferably matches your Worlds username. 
# Navigate to either the [[Default Worlds|Default]] or [[User-Created Worlds|User-created]] worlds index. 
# Select a world whose link is in red that you'd like to fill out the [[Template:World Example|worlds article template]] for. 
# Click the Edit button on the top right.
# Copy and paste the template into the Visual Editor.
# Fill it in with that world's information. 
#Lastly, add the worlds wikitable (aka Infobox) template from the side.

&lt;br /&gt;
==== '''Titles''' ====
The article title should match the name of the world on the Index:[[File:Wiki Guide - World Index.png|none|thumb|430x430px|In the case of the [[User-Created Worlds|user-created worlds index]], the name of the world is on the left side and the creator on the right side. ]]

==== '''Duplicates''' ====
If the article you are creating has a duplicate or similar title to an existing world article, add author or specification in parentheses: 

&lt;code&gt;&lt;u&gt;'''World name (Author)'''&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/code&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;Ex. Night Beach Gz (Softie)&lt;/blockquote&gt;&lt;code&gt;&lt;u&gt;'''World name (subtitle or other specification)'''&lt;/u&gt;&lt;/code&gt;&lt;blockquote&gt;Ex 1. Polymatrix (Enter the Dragon)

Ex 2. Aussie Adventure (Planet of the Pinks)&lt;/blockquote&gt;

==== '''Images''' ====

*Try to include 2-3 images as a minimum in the image gallery for each world article.
*Crop out unnecessary information before uploading, like chats and the Friends List
*Include a caption that describes its significance
*The template for a world article (whether [[Default Worlds|Default]] or [[User-Created Worlds|Custom]]) includes additional information on uploading images and can be found [[Template:World Example|here]].

&lt;br /&gt;

'''''NOTE''''': This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.

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|-
! Author
| {{{author|Insert builder's name here. If you don't know please put Unknown.}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|The worldsmark should end in .world unless it's an official pre-installed world.}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Put Yes or No if the world has music.}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Put Yes or No if the world contains any Easter Eggs}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
This world is...

'''''NOTE:''''' Some cool stuff to include is whether this world tells a story, is a memorial, a puzzle, a hangout spot, avatar gallery, etc.

=== '''Music''' ===
The music really adds to the experience...

'''''NOTE:''''' This is for any specific information about the music. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no music, just remove this section.&lt;/code&gt;
=== '''Easter Eggs''' ===
You may find something special if you look at...

'''''NOTE:''''' Please consider the magic of finding easter eggs. Don't spoil them by being overly specific. Just leave a little clue in a paragraph text in this section. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no easter eggs, just remove this section.
=='''Significance &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==
What is interesting about this is that...

'''''NOTE:''''' Examples could be whether it's deploying an innovation in world-building or avatar-creation, whether it's often in worldsmark tours, whether it's "remixed" by other builders, whether included in [http://archive.org/ Wayback Machine pages], etc.
=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for this page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://exampleserver.com/exampleauthor/exampleworldname.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

NOTE: The Worldsmark URL will end in .world</text>
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{| class="wikitable"
! colspan="2" | {{{subj|World Infobox Template}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Example_Image}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|This world's image caption goes here.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Insert builder's name here. If you don't know please put Unknown.}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|The worldsmark should end in .world unless it's an official pre-installed world.}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Put Yes or No if the world has music.}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Put Yes or No if the world contains any Easter Eggs}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
This world is...

'''''NOTE:''''' Some cool stuff to include is whether this world tells a story, is a memorial, a puzzle, a hangout spot, avatar gallery, etc.

=== '''Music''' ===
The music really adds to the experience...

'''''NOTE:''''' This is for any specific information about the music. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no music, just remove this section.&lt;/code&gt;
=== '''Easter Eggs''' ===
You may find something special if you look at...

'''''NOTE:''''' Please consider the magic of finding easter eggs. Don't spoil them by being overly specific. Just leave a little clue in a paragraph text in this section. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no easter eggs, just remove this section.
=='''Significance &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==
What is interesting about this is that...

'''''NOTE:''''' Examples could be whether it's deploying an innovation in world-building or avatar-creation, whether it's often in worldsmark tours, whether it's "remixed" by other builders, whether included in [http://archive.org/ Wayback Machine pages], etc.
=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for this page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://exampleserver.com/exampleauthor/exampleworldname.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

NOTE: The Worldsmark URL will end in .world

Make sure to also add the categories for the page!

[[Category:Templates]] [[Category:Guidelines]]</text>
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{| class="wikitable"
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|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Example_Image}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|This world's image caption goes here.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Insert builder's name here. If you don't know please put Unknown.}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|The worldsmark should end in .world unless it's an official pre-installed world.}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Put Yes or No if the world has music.}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Put Yes or No if the world contains any Easter Eggs}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
This world is...

'''''NOTE:''''' Some cool stuff to include is whether this world tells a story, is a memorial, a puzzle, a hangout spot, avatar gallery, etc.

=== '''Music''' ===
The music really adds to the experience...

'''''NOTE:''''' This is for any specific information about the music. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no music, just remove this section.&lt;/code&gt;
=== '''Easter Eggs''' ===
You may find something special if you look at...

'''''NOTE:''''' Please consider the magic of finding easter eggs. Don't spoil them by being overly specific. Just leave a little clue in a paragraph text in this section. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no easter eggs, just remove this section.
=='''Significance &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==
What is interesting about this is that...

'''''NOTE:''''' Examples could be whether it's deploying an innovation in world-building or avatar-creation, whether it's often in worldsmark tours, whether it's "remixed" by other builders, whether included in [http://archive.org/ Wayback Machine pages], etc.
=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for this page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://exampleserver.com/exampleauthor/exampleworldname.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

NOTE: The Worldsmark URL will end in .world

Make sure to also add the categories for the page!

[[Category:Templates]] [[Category:Guidelines]]</text>
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{| class="wikitable"
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|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Example_Image}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|This world's image caption goes here.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Insert builder's name here. If you don't know please put Unknown.}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|The worldsmark should end in .world unless it's an official pre-installed world.}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Put Yes or No if the world has music.}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Put Yes or No if the world contains any Easter Eggs}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
This world is...

'''''NOTE:''''' Some cool stuff to include is whether this world tells a story, is a memorial, a puzzle, a hangout spot, avatar gallery, etc.

=== '''Music''' ===
The music really adds to the experience...

'''''NOTE:''''' This is for any specific information about the music. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no music, just remove this section.&lt;/code&gt;
=== '''Easter Eggs''' ===
You may find something special if you look at...

'''''NOTE:''''' Please consider the magic of finding easter eggs. Don't spoil them by being overly specific. Just leave a little clue in a paragraph text in this section. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no easter eggs, just remove this section.
=='''Significance &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==
What is interesting about this is that...

'''''NOTE:''''' Examples could be whether it's deploying an innovation in world-building or avatar-creation, whether it's often in worldsmark tours, whether it's "remixed" by other builders, whether included in [http://archive.org/ Wayback Machine pages], etc.
=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for this page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://exampleserver.com/exampleauthor/exampleworldname.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

NOTE: The Worldsmark URL will end in .world

Make sure to also add the categories for the page!

[[Category:Templates]] [[Category:Guidelines]]</text>
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|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Example_Image}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|This world's image caption goes here.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
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|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|The worldsmark should end in .world unless it's an official pre-installed world.}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Put Yes or No if the world has music.}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Put Yes or No if the world contains any Easter Eggs}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
This world is...

'''''NOTE:''''' Some cool stuff to include is whether this world tells a story, is a memorial, a puzzle, a hangout spot, avatar gallery, etc.

=== '''Music''' ===
The music really adds to the experience...

'''''NOTE:''''' This is for any specific information about the music. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no music, just remove this section.&lt;/code&gt;
=== '''Easter Eggs''' ===
You may find something special if you look at...

'''''NOTE:''''' Please consider the magic of finding easter eggs. Don't spoil them by being overly specific. Just leave a little clue in a paragraph text in this section. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no easter eggs, just remove this section.
=='''Significance &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==
What is interesting about this is that...

'''''NOTE:''''' Examples could be whether it's deploying an innovation in world-building or avatar-creation, whether it's often in worldsmark tours, whether it's "remixed" by other builders, whether included in [http://archive.org/ Wayback Machine pages], etc.
=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for your page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://exampleserver.com/exampleauthor/exampleworldname.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

NOTE: The Worldsmark URL will end in .world

Make sure to also add the categories for the page!

[[Category:Templates]] [[Category:Guidelines]]</text>
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|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Example_Image}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|This world's image caption goes here.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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|-
! Wordsmark
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|-
! Music
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|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Put Yes or No if the world contains any Easter Eggs}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
This world is...

'''''NOTE:''''' Some cool stuff to include is whether this world tells a story, is a memorial, a puzzle, a hangout spot, avatar gallery, etc.

== '''Music''' ==
The music really adds to the experience...

'''''NOTE:''''' This is for any specific information about the music. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no music, just remove this section.
== '''Easter Eggs''' ==
You may find something special if you look at...

'''''NOTE:''''' Please consider the magic of finding easter eggs. Don't spoil them by being overly specific. Just leave a little clue in a paragraph text in this section. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no easter eggs, just remove this section.
=='''Significance &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==
What is interesting about this is that...

'''''NOTE:''''' Examples could be whether it's deploying an innovation in world-building or avatar-creation, whether it's often in worldsmark tours, whether it's "remixed" by other builders, whether included in [http://archive.org/ Wayback Machine pages], etc.
=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for your page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://exampleserver.com/exampleauthor/exampleworldname.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

NOTE: The Worldsmark URL will end in .world

Make sure to also add the categories for the page!

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
&lt;gallery navigation="true" orientation="none" hideaddbutton="true" captionalign="center"&gt;

File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

&lt;/gallery&gt;
* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

[https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php '''''View the timelines and patent lawsuits in this archived Worlds Inc. webpage (captured in Nov 04, 2018)''''']

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

* '''February 20, 2007''' - patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
* '''November 2007''' - Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
* '''July 7, 2008''' - Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop DMC World set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* '''December 11, 2008''' - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
* '''December 24, 2008''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''April 2, 2010''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''May 14, 2011''' - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''December 20, 2011''' - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''February 12, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
* '''March 27, 2012''' - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 30, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
* '''April 17, 2012''' - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 26, 2013''' - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''October 3 2014''' - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
* '''January 28, 2014''' - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
* '''June 26, 2015''' - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
* '''August 18, 2015''' - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''November 30, 2015''' - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
* '''February 11, 2016''' - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
* '''March 16, 2016''' - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
* '''November 30, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
* '''December 1, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
* '''January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,''' respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
* '''January 22, 2018''' - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
* '''March 9, 2018''' - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
* '''Sept. 7, 2018''' - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

== '''''Events''''' ==
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
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! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
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=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
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=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
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=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
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=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Author''' ==
Presently, this is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

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==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
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! Music
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
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=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Author''' ==
Presently, this is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for your page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Polymatrix}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Author''' ==
Presently, this is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Author''' ==
Presently, this is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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  <revision>
    <id>806</id>
    <parentid>805</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-14T05:26:54Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Rooms (optional) */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Polymatrix}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Author''' ==
Presently, this is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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  <revision>
    <id>807</id>
    <parentid>806</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-14T05:27:22Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* Author */</comment>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Polymatrix}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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    <id>808</id>
    <parentid>807</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-14T05:27:47Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>/* NeoZero Gz */</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Polymatrix}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Polymatrix}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.
'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

Rooms to be added.
* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.
'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''

* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''
* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''
* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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      <id>2</id>
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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description needs to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;code&gt;&lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/code&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''
* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Polymatrix}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description needs to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;[PLACE MARK HERE]&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''
* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-14T05:33:14Z</timestamp>
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      <id>2</id>
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|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description needs to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

Rooms to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''
* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Work_in_Progress]]</text>
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{| class="wikitable"
! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Polymatrix}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Metok_01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Metok World is one of many worlds found in Polymatrix.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Moyawolf}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Polymatrix''' is a collection of worlds that play with optical illusions, portals, and your mind. At times, cryptic messages and poetic hints at where to travel next will get triggered while exploring. It's indescribable and objectively required viewing for any new Worlds explorers.

It seems to use many of the official [[Bowie Worlds|Bowie World's]] worlds and textures as a base.

=== Main Worlds ===
Many explorers start their journey through Polymatrix in Logan 5 world, so that is how this article will be structured. Many of these worlds are interconnected, but it's hard to keep track of all of the connections.
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''ClockworkOne''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Memphis&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''Spy Palace''&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Description to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;Scavatar&lt;/big&gt;====
'''Description'''

Descripton to be added.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/scavatar.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
====&lt;big&gt;''God Is In the TV''&lt;/big&gt;====
[[File:God is in the TV 01.png|frameless|300x300px]]

'''Description'''

Also known as the cita000 room, this is a world that branches out to many others. When entering this room, you are surrounded by unnamed portals to other worlds with the effect of old static TV channels. Make sure to save the worldsmark before walking through the portals -- you may be unable to get back to this room without teleportation.

'''Worldsmark / URL'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world#cita000&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;big&gt;'''Worlds Branching Out'''&lt;/big&gt;

Below you can find more information about each world that can be traveled to from this room.&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;''White''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image needs to be added]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description needs to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/whites.world&lt;/small&gt;
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=====&lt;big&gt;''Metok''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Metok 01.png|frameless|450x450px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Memphis.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/metok.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;Enter the Dragon / Onion Cell&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;''Rooms''&lt;/small&gt;'''

Rooms to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

&lt;br /&gt;

=====&lt;big&gt;Opium Seas&lt;/big&gt;=====
[Image to be added.]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/opium.world&lt;/small&gt;
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=====&lt;big&gt;''Heaven''&lt;/big&gt;=====
[[File:Heaven 01.png|frameless|301x301px]]

&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Alt. Heaven is always open / Heaven is always closed&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;''' 
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/heaven.world&lt;/small&gt;
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=====&lt;big&gt;''Rumblefish''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rumblefish.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Hub22''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/hub22.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Mockingbird''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Rainhubs and Hub22.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/mockingbird.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Rainhubs''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to Taj Mahal and Underworld.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/rainhubs.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;''Taj Mahal''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

&lt;small&gt;Links to NeoZero Gz and Shadowslaves.&lt;/small&gt;

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''
 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/taj-mahal.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;
=====&lt;big&gt;Underworld&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''NeoZero Gz''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Worldsmark / URL&lt;/small&gt;'''

Worldsmark to be added.

=====&lt;big&gt;''Shadowslaves''&lt;/big&gt;=====
&lt;small&gt;'''Description'''&lt;/small&gt;

Description to be added.

'''&lt;small&gt;Rooms&lt;/small&gt;'''
* &lt;small&gt;''Into the flames''&lt;/small&gt; 

 &lt;small&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/shadowslave.world&lt;/small&gt;
&lt;br /&gt;

== '''Author''' ==
Presently, Moyawolf is the Worlds name most attributed to Polymatrix, though it's possible they may have been only one of many builders that contributed to this web of worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Just in case you make it into an area that plays music.

== '''Verisons''' ==
This collection of worlds has undergone several versions and may have potentially had worlds made by multiple people, since the wayback machine pages found about it vary in its naming of both the worlds and builder(s).

* One of them is known as Spiderweb by Moyawolf.

* Another is known as Aces and Eights by ''Unknown''.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Images to be added. Feel free to add them!

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/polymatrix/wing/Logan%205.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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= '''Transition from [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat]] to [[WorldsPlayer]]''' =
In 1998, Worlds Chat changed client to Java-based [[WorldsPlayer]] and added more features. Like its predecessor, [https://archive.org/details/worlds-ultimate-3-d-chat-v-1322 it was released as a CD-ROM] during its early days, but soon enough it [http://cache.worlds.com/3DCDup/help/HW_MAIN.HTM was only available for digital download].

== '''''System Requirements''''' ==

* The minimum configuration is a Pentium class processor, 300 MHz with 64MB of memory.
* The recommended platform is Pentium class processor, 400 MHz or faster, with 128MB or more (the more the better) of memory.
* Windows 98, 2000, NT, XP
* 100 MB free hard disk space
* Active Internet connection (cable or DSL for faster smoother operation)

== '''''New Features''''' ==

=== ''Worlds VIP'' ===
Though you can no longer purchase VIP, at the time this was one of Worlds Inc.'s attempts at financing WorldsPlayer's development. VIP allowed access to customizable avatars, Articulated (3D) avatars, and special VIP rooms in certain worlds.

=== ''Teleporting &amp; WorldsMarks'' ===
The introduction of having "bookmarks" aka WorldsMarks for worlds. It was also the release of the "Drive" button -- an alternative to using the directional keys for traveling through virtual space. 
[[File:Drive_button_on_WorldsPlayer.gif|alt=The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.|left|The "Drive" button on WorldsPlayer. It is located above the chat box.]]


=== ''View Options'' ===
You can view Worlds scenes from six different perspectives or camera positions: First person view, Low first person, Waist, Shoulder, Head, Overhead, and Behind. You can also look up and down. The speed at which the camera turns as you move, can also be set by you to slow, medium or fast. WorldsPlayer saves your avatar view settings from session to session.

=== ''[[Avatars]]'' ===
The Holographic (2D) avatars are available to everybody, but the Articulated (3D) avatars are only available for VIP users. 

Around early 1999, users like Penumbraxx, JetJanitor, and many more discovered the way to customize avatars by altering the VIP [[Avatars|avatar]] line in the &lt;code&gt;worlds.ini&lt;/code&gt; file located in the [[WorldsPlayer]] install location. Some users at the time did not understand the process, and understood it to be outside of the regular user interface. For that reason, you can find some messages on forums and personal sites that considered the concept of custom avatars being a sort of "hacking" of WorldsPlayer, though it was not technically a hack. Even during the time of [[1994-1997|Worlds Chat in 1994-1997]], Worlds Inc. never discouraged users' creativity in customizing avatars.

=== ''Expanded Universe Map'' ===
Rather than having only different parts of the same space station in the teleport map, this new map had whole new worlds to explore, as well as the promise for more to be discovered.
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File:Unimap.gif
File:Universe_Mini_Map.png
File:Universe_Map_Official_Worlds.png

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* Green world dot indicates 'home' world.
* Red world dot indicates uninstalled world.
* White world dot indicates installed world.

=== ''WorldsShaper'' ===
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

= '''Challenges During This Period''' =
By many accounts, Worlds Inc. and its subsidiary projects suffered the "dot-com crash" a bit earlier than other technology companies. 

For example, in an effort to focus attention and resources on the Gamma project (known as [[WorldsPlayer]] today), [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Worlds Inc. fired the folks involved in the Active Worlds project at the beginning of 1997]. Several of those creators decided to acquire the project under a new company named [https://ccon.org/conf98/awworlds.html Circle of Fire Studios] and continued growing Active Worlds completely separate from Worlds Inc. At this point, this article continues to focus on the development of [[WorldsPlayer]], but more information about ActiveWorlds history can be found in the [http://wiki.activeworlds.com/index.php?title=Main_Page ActiveWorlds wiki] and in [https://web.archive.org/web/20020202114442/http://www.mauz.info/awhistory.html Mauz's history].

Due to increasing funding shortfalls, Worlds Inc. also [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php fired all full-time employees] June 2001 but kept the platform online. Some of the employees remained as volunteers.

= '''Height in Popularity''' =

== '''''Timeline''''' ==

* Between 1998 and 2001 Worlds developed and [[Default Worlds|launched the following worlds]] in revenue sharing partnerships with the following brands: [[Animal House &amp; Club|Universal Pictures Animal House]], Polygram, [[Hanson World|Hanson]], [[Bowie Worlds|David Bowie]], [[N.Y. Yankees World|NY Yankees]], [[BTopenworld 3D Worlds|British Telecom]], [[WWF NewYork|World Wrestling Federation]], [[Aerosmith World|Aerosmith]] and Coca Cola China. It also included AOL Time Warner's Road Runner world being used to promote Worlds.com on nationwide cable affiliates. [[Britney World|Britany Spears world]] also included AOL ads in it.
* [http://www.rockthisway.net/news/news_february01.htm February 6th, 2001] - Worlds.com in Rollingstone.com article, ''Aerosmith Album Extras''
* Across all Worlds Inc.'s network of worlds, the registered user base reached over 1,000,000 [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php by the end of 2001].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php August 3, 2000] Worlds filed additional claims as a continuance to their [[1994-1997|1995 patent application]].
* [https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php April 17, 2001] US Patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; issued for "Scalable virtual world chat client-server system."

== '''''Events''''' ==

*[https://web.archive.org/web/20010503013518/http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Bay/2244/end.htm Saying goodbye to Worlds Chat Gold avatars]
*In July 1999, [[Events|Hosts]] were introduced under SirGemini's leadership to help employees on Worlds with watching over and assisting users. This allowed for user-created [[events]] like Poetry, Trivia, Tours, and more to flourish.
*An official [https://web.archive.org/web/20000303021430/http://www.worlds.net:80/help/clprogram.html Community Leader Program] and application was released in 2001.

= ''Slump in Popularity'' =

[https://web.archive.org/web/20181104014747/https://www.worlds.com/biographies.php '''''View the timelines and patent lawsuits in this archived Worlds Inc. webpage (captured in Nov 04, 2018)''''']

== ''''Timeline'''' ==

* '''February 20, 2007''' - patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; issued as a continuation of patent &lt;code&gt;6219045&lt;/code&gt; for "System and method for enabling users to interact in a virtual space."
* '''November 2007''' - Worlds signs a private development agreement with MTV.
* '''July 7, 2008''' - Worlds signed Rapper DMC of Run DMC to develop DMC World set to launch early 2009.

== '''''Patent Lawsuits''''' ==

* '''December 11, 2008''' - Worlds retained Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP (LDLKM), to enforce Worlds' patents.
* '''December 24, 2008''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP files patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''April 2, 2010''' - Lerner David Littenberg Krumholz &amp; Mentlik LLP settles patent enforcement action against NC Soft on behalf of Worlds.
* '''May 14, 2011''' - Worlds 4th US patent &lt;code&gt;7,945,856&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''December 20, 2011''' - Worlds 5th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''February 12, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP signs agreement to represent Worlds Inc. in patent enforcement actions.
* '''March 27, 2012''' - Worlds 6th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,145,998&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 30, 2012''' - Susman Godfrey LLP files patent enforcement action against Activision Blizzard on behalf of Worlds Inc.
* '''April 17, 2012''' - Worlds 7th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,161,385&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''March 26, 2013''' - Worlds 8th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,407,592&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''October 3 2014''' - The Markman hearing for the patent infringement suit by Worlds Inc. against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision Blizzard et al) (ATVI), was held to address various aspects of the infringement suit claims.
* '''January 28, 2014''' - Worlds 9th US patent &lt;code&gt;8,640,028&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation.
* '''June 26, 2015''' - Worlds receives a favorable Markman Order from Judge Denise Casper of the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts on June 26 the related to its patent infringement lawsuit against Activision Blizzard, Inc., Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. and Activision Publishing, Inc. (Activision et al)
* '''August 18, 2015''' - Worlds 10th US patent &lt;code&gt;9,110,567&lt;/code&gt; is issued over prior art presented in NC Soft litigation
* '''November 30, 2015''' - The USPTO institutes an Inter Party Review (IPR) on Worlds patents as filed by Bungie Inc. Worlds formal response due March 15, 2016, oral arguments before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) scheduled for August 10, 2016 with a final ruling to issue by November 30, 2016.
* '''February 11, 2016''' - U.S. District Judge Denise J. Casper entered order granting Motion to Stay pending IPR proceedings for 3 months. Counsel to file joint status reports.
* '''March 16, 2016''' - Worlds Inc. filed replies to the six Inter Partes Reviews (IPRs) instituted by the United States Patent &amp; Trademark Office's (USPTO) Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) at the request of petitioner Bungie Inc. The Worlds patents subject to the IPRs are also at the center of a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Worlds against Activision Blizzard Inc. et al. According to the LA Times, Bungie Inc. has a multi-year contract with Activision and Activision has a seat on Bungie's board of Directors.
* '''November 30, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (USPTO) validates six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) review of World's seminal technology that has been fundamental to the development of massively multiplayer online role-playing gaming (MMORPG) into a $20-billion dollar industry. Validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of Patent 7,181,690 B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of Patent 7,493,558 B2 - IPR2015-01269. Awaiting the PTAB's final ruling on case &lt;code&gt;# IPR2015-01319&lt;/code&gt; for patent &lt;code&gt;8,082,501&lt;/code&gt;.
* '''December 1, 2016''' - The U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office (PTAB) validated six patent claims by Worlds Inc. following Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). The validated claims were: Claims 4, 8, 13, and 16 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,181,690&lt;/code&gt; B1 - IPR2015-01268 and claims 5 and 7 of patent &lt;code&gt;7,493,558&lt;/code&gt; B2 - IPR2015-01269.
* '''January 12, 2017, February 7, 2017, and January 30, 2017,''' respectively, the Company appealed the outcomes in IPR2015-01264, IPR2015-01319, and IPR2015-01321 to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”). These three cases have been consolidated.
* '''January 22, 2018''' - the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“CAFC”) has scheduled oral arguments for March 9, 2018
* '''March 9, 2018''' - Worlds Inc.’s (OTCQB:WDDD) oral argument in its appeal of three Inter Partes Review (IPR) decisions issued in 2016 from the U.S. Patent &amp; Trademark Office Patent Trial &amp; Appeal Board (USPTO PTAB), was held before U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC). All three of the judges handling Worlds’ appeal, Chief Judge Prost, Judge O’Malley, and Judge Taranto, were in the majority opinion in an earlier case, Wi-Fi One, LLC v. Broadcom Corp., in which the CAFC confirmed that patent owners could appeal whether an IPR petition was filed too late under the law.
* '''Sept. 7, 2018''' - The latest win for Worlds came on Sept. 7, 2018 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a favorable ruling on Worlds’ behalf in the matter of Worlds Inc. v. Bungie, Inc. The ruling, written by the Chief Judge of the CAFC, vacated the USPTO’s Patent and Trial Board’s invalidity rulings against three of Worlds’ patents, and remanded these cases back to the PTAB with instructions to re-evaluate whether Bungie was permitted to even file its petitions for inter partes review (IPR) of Worlds’ patents.

== '''''Events''''' ==
Work in progress. Feel free to [[Contribution Rules|contribute]] to this section.

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'''''This is the gallery for the Avatars in the game.'''''
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== '''Articulated Avatars''' ==

These pictures were provided by Cromsmold.
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Avatar- Achoo.webp|Achoo
Avatar- AEE.webp|AEE
Avatar- Aggie.webp|Aggie
Avatar- Alex.webp|Alex
Avatar- Alexa.webp|Alexa
Avatar- Alien.webp|Alien
Avatar- Angel.webp|Angel
Avatar- Ant.webp|Ant
Avatar- Atat.webp|Atat
Avatar- Audry.webp|Audry
Avatar- Aura.webp|Aura
Avatar- Ava.webp|Ava
Avatar- Avita.webp|Avita
Avatar- Avy.webp|Avy
Avatar- Axel.webp|Axel
Avatar- Axelbwl.webp|Axelbwl
Avatar- Axelwe.webp|Axelwe
Avatar- Axelwg.webp|Axelwg
Avatar- Banana.webp|Banana
Avatar- Bar.webp|Bar
Avatar- Barbra.webp|Barbra
Avatar- Barrelman.webp|Barrelman
Avatar- Bear.webp|Bear
Avatar- Bfly.webp|Bfly
Avatar- Bigfoot.webp|Bigfoot
Avatar- Bik.webp|Bik
Avatar- Bing.webp|Bing
Avatar- Bird.webp|Bird
Avatar- Birdie.webp|Birdie
Avatar- Bitman.webp|Bitman
Avatar- BLA.webp|bla
Avatar- BLB.webp|blb
Avatar- BluePenguin.webp|BluePenguin
Avatar- Bob.webp|Bob
Avatar- Bones.webp|Bones
Avatar- Britestar.webp|Britestar
Avatar- Bud.webp|Bud
Avatar- Bug.webp|Bug
Avatar- Bunny.webp|Bunny
Avatar- Bxel.webp|Bxel
Avatar- Canman.webp|Canman
Avatar- Cartoonman.webp|Cartoonman
Avatar- Cassius.webp|Cassius
Avatar- Chang.webp|Chang
Avatar- Charlie.webp|Charlie
Avatar- Chas.webp|Chas
Avatar- Chloe.webp|Chloe
Avatar- Cin.webp|Cin
Avatar- Cobra.webp|Cobra
Avatar- Cop.webp|Cop
Avatar- Craig.webp|Craig
Avatar- Crane.webp|Crane
Avatar- Crea.webp|Crea
Avatar- Creature.webp|Creature
Avatar- Cxel.webp|Cxel
Avatar- Cybort2000.webp|Cybort2000
Avatar- Dalek.webp|Dalek
Avatar- Dan.webp|Dan
Avatar- Death.webp|Death
Avatar- Deer.webp|Deer
Avatar- Demon.webp|Demon
Avatar- DrumMajor.webp|DrumMajor
Avatar- Dude.webp|Dude
Avatar- Elf.webp|Elf
Avatar- Elfin.webp|Elfin
Avatar- Eva.webp|Eva
Avatar- Eve.webp|Eve
Avatar- Evy.webp|Evy
Avatar- Fairy.webp|Fairy
Avatar- Farm.webp|Farm
Avatar- Fire.webp|Fire
Avatar - Fish.webp|Fish
Avatar- Foxy.webp|Foxy
Avatar- George.webp|George
Avatar- Ginger.webp|Ginger
Avatar- Glubber.webp|Glubber
Avatar- Glyd.webp|Glyd
Avatar- GoGo.webp|GoGo
Avatar- Golem.webp|Golem
Avatar- Grad.webp|Grad
Avatar- Graduate.webp|Graduate
Avatar- Gun.webp|Gun
Avatar- Gunny.webp|Gunny
Avatar- Guru.webp|Guru
Avatar- Gus.webp|Gus
Avatar- Gwendolyn.webp|Gwendolyn
Avatar- Habib.webp|Habib
Avatar- Hag.webp|Hag
Avatar- Haining.webp|Haining
Avatar- Handbag.webp|Handbag
Avatar- Horny.webp|Horny
Avatar- Hotep.webp|Hotep
Avatar- Howlingfox.webp|Howlingfox
Avatar- Infinity.webp|Infinity
Avatar- Iva.webp|Iva
Avatar- Ive.webp|Ive
Avatar- Ivy.webp|Ivy
Avatar- Jak.webp|Jak
Avatar- Jane.webp|Jane
Avatar- Jeanie.webp|Jeanie
Avatar- Jedi.webp|Jedi
Avatar- Jeni.webp|Jeni
Avatar- Jenny.webp|Jenny
Avatar- Jian.webp|Jian
Avatar- Jim.webp|Jim
Avatar- Jin.webp|Jin
Avatar- Jing.webp|Jing
Avatar- Joe.webp|Joe
Avatar- John.webp|John
Avatar- Joker.webp|Joker
Avatar- Jon.webp|Jon
Avatar- Julie.webp|Julie
Avatar- Kangaroo.webp|Kangaroo
Avatar- Kiwibird.webp|Kiwibird
Avatar- Lee.webp|Lee
Avatar- Leo.webp|Leo
Avatar- Lian.webp|Lian
Avatar- Lily.webp|Lily
Avatar- Littledove.webp|Littledove
Avatar- Lizard.webp|Lizard
Avatar- Lmbghn.webp|Lmbghn
Avatar- Logo.webp|Logo
Avatar- Loopy.webp|Loopy
Avatar- Lucky.webp|Lucky
Avatar- Lynn.webp|Lynn
Avatar- Lynnlg.webp|Lynnlg
Avatar- Lynnsk.webp|Lynnsk
Avatar- Lynnwb.webp|Lynnwb
Avatar- Macaw.webp|Macaw
Avatar- Mark.webp|Mark
Avatar- Marvin.webp|Marvin
Avatar- Mary.webp|Mary
Avatar- Max.webp|Max
Avatar- MD.webp|MD
Avatar- Mei.webp|Mei
Avatar- Mes.webp|Mes
Avatar- Mesmerist.webp|Mesmerist
Avatar- Ming.webp|Ming
Avatar- Minotaur.webp|Minotaur
Avatar- Mitch.webp|Mitch
Avatar- Mohawk.webp|Mohawk
Avatar- Mon.webp|Mon
Avatar- Monster.webp|Monster
Avatar- MotoRX.webp|MotoRX
Avatar- MTruck.webp|Mtruck
Avatar- Nightglyder.webp|Nightglyder
Avatar- Ogre.webp|Ogre
Avatar- Orangutan.webp|Orangutan
Avatar- Ova.webp|Ova
Avatar- Ove.webp|Ove
Avatar- Ovy.webp|Ovy
Avatar- Panther.webp|Panther
Avatar- Paul.webp|Paul
Avatar- Peg.webp|Peg
Avatar- Pegasus.webp|Pegasus
Avatar- Penguin.webp|Penguin
Avatar- Pilgrim.webp|Pilgrim
Avatar- Pingo.webp|Pingo
Avatar- Piper.webp|Piper
Avatar- Pit.webp|Pit
Avatar- Plane.webp|Plane
Avatar- Porsche.webp|Porsche
Avatar- Prince.webp|Prince
Avatar- Puffin.webp|Puffin
Avatar- Quail.webp|Quail
Avatar- Rap.webp|Rap
Avatar- Rax.webp|Rax
Avatar- Ray.webp|Ray
Avatar- Rod.webp|Rod
Avatar- Roo.webp|Roo
Avatar- Rosie.webp|Rosie
Avatar- Roundman.webp|Roundman
Avatar- Roxanne.webp|Roxanne
Avatar- Roy.webp|Roy
Avatar- Rtwo.webp|Rtwo
Avatar- Sam.webp|Sam
Avatar- Scorpion.webp|Scorpion
Avatar- Sham.webp|Sham
Avatar- Shamaness.webp|Shamaness
Avatar- Shanubia.webp|Shanubia
Avatar- Shred.webp|Shred
Avatar- Sienna.webp|Sienna
Avatar- Simchard.webp|Simchard
Avatar- Simon.webp|Simon
Avatar- Smurf.webp|Smurf
Avatar- Smurfet.webp|Smurfet
Avatar- Snowman.webp|Snowman
Avatar- Somgirl.webp|Somgirl
Avatar- Somguy.webp|Somguy
Avatar- Sonya.webp|Sonya
Avatar- Spider.webp|Spider
Avatar- Spike.webp|Spike
Avatar- Spin.webp|Spin
Avatar- Stinky.webp|Stinky
Avatar- Strum.webp|Strum
Avatar- Sty.webp|Sty
Avatar- Sub.webp|Sub
Avatar- Sun.webp|Sun
Avatar- Sunshine.webp|Sunshine
Avatar- Tas.webp|Tas
Avatar- Taur.webp|Taur
Avatar- Teri.webp|Teri
Avatar- Tina.webp|Tina
Avatar- Tony.webp|Tony
Avatar- Toon.webp|Toon
Avatar- Toucan.webp|Toucan
Avatar- Tre.webp|Tre
Avatar- Uni.webp|Uni
Avatar- Unicorn.webp|Unicorn
Avatar- Uva.webp|Uva
Avatar- Vette.webp|Vette
Avatar- Wei.webp|Wei
Avatar- Weilui.webp|Weilui
Avatar- Willy.webp|Willy
Avatar- Witch.webp|Witch
Avatar- Wolf.webp|Wolf
Avatar- Worm.webp|Worm
Avatar- Zen.webp|Zen
Avatar- Zita.webp|Zita
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== '''Holographic Avatars''' ==

Gallery to be added soon. Feel free to add pictures of them here!

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== '''Explore Worlds Chat Japan''' ==

*[http://jett.dacii.net/jett/Metap/metap_worlds_fixed_shapes/ Meet at Plaza recreation in WorldsPlayer]
*[http://web.archive.org/web/20011006001900/http://chat.globewarp.or.jp/wcj/down/300/wcj304.exe Download original Worlds Chat Japan (J3)]
*[[WorldsPlayer#Non-WorldsPlayer Clients|Other Worlds Chat Japan clients]]

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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;IMPORTANT: Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the [[Contribution Rules]] page for example) for Miraheze. We need focus on these articles before beginning work on new articles or adding new information exclusive to this wiki.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information or are missing information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated. '''You will know if a page has missing information if you see the penguin with the hard hat'''.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Example_Image}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
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=='''Description'''==
This world is...

'''''NOTE:''''' Some cool stuff to include is whether this world tells a story, is a memorial, a puzzle, a hangout spot, avatar gallery, etc.

== '''Music &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt; ==
The music really adds to the experience...

'''''NOTE:''''' This is for any specific information about the music. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no music, just remove this section.

== '''Easter Eggs &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt; ==

You may find something special if you look at...

'''''NOTE:''''' Please consider the magic of finding easter eggs. Don't spoil them by being overly specific. Just leave a little clue in a paragraph text in this section. If you don't have any information or if the world contains no easter eggs, just remove this section.
=='''Significance &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==
What is interesting about this is that...

'''''NOTE:''''' Examples could be whether it's deploying an innovation in world-building or avatar-creation, whether it's often in worldsmark tours, whether it's "remixed" by other builders, whether included in [http://archive.org/ Wayback Machine pages], etc.
=='''Rooms &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt;==

*Room 1
*Room 2
*Room 3...

=='''Image Gallery'''==
'''''Just replace the files with the uploaded images you want to use for the page. Make sure to upload the pictures for your page to the wiki and replace all spaces in the file name with underscores!'''''

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

[[File:Example_Image.png|frameless|570x570px|A caption goes here if you want to add information about this image.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://exampleserver.com/exampleauthor/exampleworldname.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

NOTE: The Worldsmark URL will end in .world

Make sure to also add the categories for the page!

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== '''Description''' ==

==='''''BTopenworld Start'''''===
BTopenworld Start is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. in 2000 in collaboration with ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BT_Group British Telecom]'' for the purpose of being advertised on their BTopenworld internet service and its youth lifestyle portal Uprush, which were both new at the time, in exchange for building two worlds for the aforementioned BT products that was to be featured on [[Key Worlds Webpages|Worlds.com]]. The appearance of the world is set primarily on floating platforms above a flat grassy [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plain plain] with futuristic technology spread throughout. This world once featured pages hosted by British Telecom on futuristic screens for people to click on and browse with WorldsPlayer, but have since went defunct. The hub also contains portals to root worlds associated with BTopenworld Start which are Cyber Parliament, Big Time, and the Garden of Tranquility.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Start'''

==='''''Cyber Parliament'''''===
Cyber Parliament is a default sci-fi info world made by Worlds Inc. that starts out with the user warping into the world as if BT's internet has them approaching at a high velocity. Upon entry into the main area users will see themselves contained within a transparent ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earth Earth]'' looking out into the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cosmos cosmos]'', as well as a platform with a computer showing ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Binary_code binary code]'', a mini Earth floating in the center below it and futuristic screens on each spread-out end of the platform. These screens would've allowed users to view pages such as news articles and featured videos on BT's Uprush site.


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Cyber Parliament'''

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 worldsmark=home:cyberparliament/cyberparliament.world


==='''''Big Time'''''===
Big Time is a default sci-fi hangout world made by Worlds Inc. featuring a ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyramid pyramid]'' on the middle of what appears to be a rooftop in a city being shined on with a spotlight on top of the pyramid. Inside the pyramid is an empty lobby with an elevator leading up to an empty balcony room with a nice view of the city surrounding the pyramid. 


Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Big Time'''


[[File:2020-07-20 14 59 35-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime.png|frameless|646x646px|The outside of the pyramid in Big Time.]]
 
 worldsmark=home:GardenofTranquility/gardenoftranquility.world

==='''''Garden of Tranquility'''''===
Garden of Tranquility is a default garden world made by Worlds Inc. that begins with the user spawning into the middle of a courtyard with a finely crafted stone fountain in the middle and four stone statues surrounding it. These statues could be clicked on to visit various pages hosted by BTopenworld's servers, however these sites have since went defunct. Continuing out of the courtyard will lead into the beginning of a virtual reconstruction of the ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court_Maze Hampton Court Maze]'' that users can attempt to explore to the center of.  

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''BTopenworld''' &gt; '''Garden of Tranquility''' 

[[File:2020-07-20 14 30 51-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - GardenofTranquility.png|frameless|646x646px]]

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== '''Music''' ==
Birds can be heard chirping as users explore the Garden of Tranquility's Hampton Court Maze.

=='''Significance'''==
Btopenworld 3D Worlds future was short lived as Uprush, one of two BT products Worlds Inc. was contracted to make a world for, folded under a month after the press release announcement, leaving the state of its development uncertain. There were also plans to include 5 new avatars with BT's worlds at some point, but due to development being unfinished none of these ever came to exist on Worlds.&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;
=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*'''Start Hub Area'''
*'''Cyber Parliament Main Area'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Outside'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Lobby'''
*'''Big Time Pyramid Balcony'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Main Fountain Area'''
*'''Garden of Tranquility Hampton Court maze'''
=='''Image Gallery'''==
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High speed BTopenworld internet will take you to Cyber Parliament in a flash!

[[File:2020-07-20 15 01 00-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - BigTime2.png|frameless|646x646px]]

The balcony of the pyramid in Big Time.

[[File:2020-07-20 14 34 31-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Hampton Court Maze.png|frameless|644x644px]]

The statue at the center of Hampton Court Maze in Garden of Tranquility.
=='''References'''==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014148/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn041.html Press release from Worlds Inc. announcing the addition of BTopenworld 3D Worlds.]&lt;br /&gt;
[https://www.campaignlive.co.uk/article/british-telecom-shuts-down-youth-portal/130165 News article announcing the closure of British Telecom's youth lifestyle portal Uprush.]&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

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=='''Description'''==
nimal House &amp; Club is a default hangout world made by Worlds Inc. in 1998 that was named after the 1978 Comedy Film ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_House Animal House]'' in collaboration with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Pictures ''Universal''] / [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai ''Hyundai LLC''] and was built as a place where college students could come chat and participate in online activities. 

Animal House consists of an outside area, the inner areas of the frat house and a dance club popularly known as Club. The outside area is mainly just the street in front of the house and yards around the house as well as an entrance to the basement in the back yard. Upon entering the house a user will be greeted by a hallway with rooms that contain avatar galleries for both vip and non-vip accounts. The living room can be entered from the hallway and contains a bar, a place to play darts and a television area that appears to flash images of people at a beach. Going up the stairs leads to rooms that can't be entered and further up is an attic with an artificial skeleton. Heading downstairs leads into a basement with an underground maze with paths leading to places such as Club, colored rooms, and a big underground cave. The main area of Club contains a backstage entrance from entering the underground maze where one can enter either the dance floor or a stage to perform your coolest dance moves! The back entrance contains a bathroom with graffiti referencing an unknown individual named Tyler and what may be an artist's tag titled "OP7". The side entrance leads to an area that acts as a intersection for elevators that can travel between levels in Worlds Center and another portal leading into the [[WorldsStore.com World]].

== '''Music''' ==

Spooky music can be heard in the basement as soon as entering the mysterious maze and the Club also plays groovy dance music in the dance club.

== '''Easter Eggs''' ==

Jumping the fence of the front yard in Animal House will give you quite a jump as well!

== '''Significance''' ==

Animal House was the first world to be sponsored by a movie studio within Worlds and one of the first places made by Worlds Inc as a result of partnering with a non-tech company. It is likely that this success with Universal / Hyundai lead to Worlds partnering with many more companies in hopes of furthering the notoriety of the Worlds Inc. brand. The living room has also been a popular spot for people to gather for events such as parties, trivia and poetry/comedy. One further note of importance is how often Animal House has been used as the basis for many custom user worlds.

== '''Rooms''' ==

*Outside Area
*Front Hallway
*Avatar Galleries
*Living Room
*Upper Hallway
*Attic
*Back Hallways
*Basement
*Underground Maze
*Red/Blue Color Rooms
*Large Cave
*Club Backstage Room
*Club Dance Area
*Club Bathrooms
*Club Pathway Area

=='''Image Gallery'''==

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The front yard in Animal House.

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A view of the dark street in Animal House.

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The living room in Animal House.&lt;br /&gt;[[File:2020-07-08 21 17 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse4.png|frameless|654x654px]]

The upper hallway in Animal House.

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The basement in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 23 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Club.png|frameless|656x656px]]

The dance club in Club.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 24 49-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Club2.png|frameless|658x658px]]

The bathroom area in Club.

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''AnimalHouse'''
  home:AnimalHouse/animalhouse.world

== '''References''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014142/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn002.html Worlds.net Press Release about Animal House.]

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== '''Music''' ==

Spooky music can be heard in the basement as soon as entering the mysterious maze and the Club also plays groovy dance music in the dance club.

== '''Easter Eggs''' ==

Jumping the fence of the front yard in Animal House will give you quite a jump as well!

== '''Significance''' ==

Animal House was the first world to be sponsored by a movie studio within Worlds and one of the first places made by Worlds Inc as a result of partnering with a non-tech company. It is likely that this success with Universal / Hyundai lead to Worlds partnering with many more companies in hopes of furthering the notoriety of the Worlds Inc. brand. The living room has also been a popular spot for people to gather for events such as parties, trivia and poetry/comedy. One further note of importance is how often Animal House has been used as the basis for many custom user worlds.

== '''Rooms''' ==

*Outside Area
*Front Hallway
*Avatar Galleries
*Living Room
*Upper Hallway
*Attic
*Back Hallways
*Basement
*Underground Maze
*Red/Blue Color Rooms
*Large Cave
*Club Backstage Room
*Club Dance Area
*Club Bathrooms
*Club Pathway Area

=='''Image Gallery'''==

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The front yard in Animal House.

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A view of the dark street in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 16 44-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse3.png|frameless|653x653px]]

The living room in Animal House.&lt;br /&gt;[[File:2020-07-08 21 17 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse4.png|frameless|654x654px]]

The upper hallway in Animal House.

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The basement in Animal House.

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The dance club in Club.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 24 49-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Club2.png|frameless|658x658px]]

The bathroom area in Club.

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''AnimalHouse'''
  home:AnimalHouse/animalhouse.world

== '''References''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014142/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn002.html Worlds.net Press Release about Animal House.]

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== '''Music''' ==

Spooky music can be heard in the basement as soon as entering the mysterious maze and the Club also plays groovy dance music in the dance club.

== '''Easter Eggs''' ==

Jumping the fence of the front yard in Animal House will give you quite a jump as well!

== '''Significance''' ==

Animal House was the first world to be sponsored by a movie studio within Worlds and one of the first places made by Worlds Inc as a result of partnering with a non-tech company. It is likely that this success with Universal / Hyundai lead to Worlds partnering with many more companies in hopes of furthering the notoriety of the Worlds Inc. brand. The living room has also been a popular spot for people to gather for events such as parties, trivia and poetry/comedy. One further note of importance is how often Animal House has been used as the basis for many custom user worlds.

== '''Rooms''' ==

*Outside Area
*Front Hallway
*Avatar Galleries
*Living Room
*Upper Hallway
*Attic
*Back Hallways
*Basement
*Underground Maze
*Red/Blue Color Rooms
*Large Cave
*Club Backstage Room
*Club Dance Area
*Club Bathrooms
*Club Pathway Area

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-07-08 21 06 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse.png|frameless|653x653px]]

The front yard in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 06 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse2.png|frameless|654x654px]]

A view of the dark street in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 16 44-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse3.png|frameless|653x653px]]

The living room in Animal House.&lt;br /&gt;[[File:2020-07-08 21 17 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse4.png|frameless|654x654px]]

The upper hallway in Animal House.

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The basement in Animal House.

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The dance club in Club.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 24 49-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Club2.png|frameless|658x658px]]

The bathroom area in Club.

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''AnimalHouse'''
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== '''References''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014142/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn002.html Worlds.net Press Release about Animal House.]

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=='''Description'''==
Animal House &amp; Club is a default hangout world made by Worlds Inc. in 1998 that was named after the 1978 Comedy Film ''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_House Animal House]'' in collaboration with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Pictures ''Universal''] / [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai ''Hyundai LLC''] and was built as a place where college students could come chat and participate in online activities. 

Animal House consists of an outside area, the inner areas of the frat house and a dance club popularly known as Club. The outside area is mainly just the street in front of the house and yards around the house as well as an entrance to the basement in the back yard. Upon entering the house a user will be greeted by a hallway with rooms that contain avatar galleries for both vip and non-vip accounts. The living room can be entered from the hallway and contains a bar, a place to play darts and a television area that appears to flash images of people at a beach. Going up the stairs leads to rooms that can't be entered and further up is an attic with an artificial skeleton. Heading downstairs leads into a basement with an underground maze with paths leading to places such as Club, colored rooms, and a big underground cave. The main area of Club contains a backstage entrance from entering the underground maze where one can enter either the dance floor or a stage to perform your coolest dance moves! The back entrance contains a bathroom with graffiti referencing an unknown individual named Tyler and what may be an artist's tag titled "OP7". The side entrance leads to an area that acts as a intersection for elevators that can travel between levels in Worlds Center and another portal leading into the [[WorldsStore.com World]].

== '''Music''' ==

Spooky music can be heard in the basement as soon as entering the mysterious maze and the Club also plays groovy dance music in the dance club.

== '''Easter Eggs''' ==

Jumping the fence of the front yard in Animal House will give you quite a jump as well!

== '''Significance''' ==

Animal House was the first world to be sponsored by a movie studio within Worlds and one of the first places made by Worlds Inc as a result of partnering with a non-tech company. It is likely that this success with Universal / Hyundai lead to Worlds partnering with many more companies in hopes of furthering the notoriety of the Worlds Inc. brand. The living room has also been a popular spot for people to gather for events such as parties, trivia and poetry/comedy. One further note of importance is how often Animal House has been used as the basis for many custom user worlds.

== '''Rooms''' ==

*Outside Area
*Front Hallway
*Avatar Galleries
*Living Room
*Upper Hallway
*Attic
*Back Hallways
*Basement
*Underground Maze
*Red/Blue Color Rooms
*Large Cave
*Club Backstage Room
*Club Dance Area
*Club Bathrooms
*Club Pathway Area

=='''Image Gallery'''==

[[File:2020-07-08 21 06 11-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse.png|frameless|653x653px]]

The front yard in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 06 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse2.png|frameless|654x654px]]

A view of the dark street in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 16 44-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse3.png|frameless|653x653px]]

The living room in Animal House.&lt;br /&gt;[[File:2020-07-08 21 17 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse4.png|frameless|654x654px]]

The upper hallway in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 19 20-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - AnimalHouse5.png|frameless|655x655px]]

The basement in Animal House.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 23 59-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Club.png|frameless|656x656px]]

The dance club in Club.

[[File:2020-07-08 21 24 49-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Club2.png|frameless|658x658px]]

The bathroom area in Club.

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].

Find it in your client on the top right by clicking '''Teleport''' &gt; '''AnimalHouse'''
  home:AnimalHouse/animalhouse.world

== '''References''' ==
[https://web.archive.org/web/20221021014142/http://www.worlds.net/news/PressReleases/prn002.html Worlds.net Press Release about Animal House.]

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== '''Description''' ==
Satan's City is a expansive custom world made by SatansAngel &amp; BakingHotDog that consists of a city, a castle area, a getaway house, and a beach area. The city area contains all kinds of businesses and activity areas such as a theater, a park, and a mall. Many of the buildings cannot be entered, but the ones that can be are filled with well-built models and textures with a significant amount of rooms to explore within. Going beyond the eastern wall will lead you to a very cool bridge leading to the next section with a castle on top of a giant rock in the middle of a beach area. Going up the rock will lead you into the castle, where one can find all sorts of excellent furnishings within the rooms. Going through the north wall will lead you to a central pond with the left path taking you to a boat, and the right going to the beach. Getting on the boat and pressing a red button will take you to Satan's Getaway, which is a well-built house with wonderfully modeled furniture within. The house contains rooms one would normally expect to find in a house, and it has an excellent back yard as well. Heading to the beach you will see many beach houses and a hotel, which only about half of them have any rooms, but as in the city area the houses with rooms in them are exceptionally detailed and will captivate likely anyone that explores within them. The pond also has a nice underwater section as well. This world is likely one of the most complex worlds ever built, as it all seamlessly connects with itself unlike any other worlds with root worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
The rooms with fireplaces in Dog's House play crackling fire sounds. The elevator in Satan's Hotel also produces unique noises for an elevator.

== '''Significance''' ==
There may be more rooms and areas in this world than any known world on Worlds and there are also many users that pass through to explore these places thoroughly.

== '''Rooms''' ==

*Various City Shops
*Theater
*Funeral Home
*Graveyard
*Park Area
*The Mall
*Satan's City Bridge
*Satan's Castle
*Castle Foyer
*Castle Dining Hall
*Castle Library
*Castle Bedrooms
*Center Pond
*Boat Room
*Getaway Front Yard
*Getaway House Rooms
*Getaway Back Yard
*Satan's Beach Area
*Under the Beach Pond
*Dog's House
*Lotus Garden House
*Satan's Hotel

=='''Image Gallery'''==
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The magnificence of Satan's City.

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The theater in Satan's City.

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The center of the mall in Satan's City.

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The park in Satan's City.

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One of the finest Rwx bridges in Worlds.

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Satan's castle seen from a lower level.

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The foyer in Satan's Castle.

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The lily pads float well in the central pond.

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The front yard of the house.

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The living room in the house.

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The central beach area in Satan's City.

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One of the rooms in the Lotus Garden House.

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The balcony bar in Dog's House.

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One of the rooms in Satan's Hotel.

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://jett.dacii.net/jett/angelsNdogs/satans_city.world

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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


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* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
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* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

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Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
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&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

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Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
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Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
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'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

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'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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|-
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|-
| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;IMPORTANT: Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the [[Contribution Rules]] page for example) for Miraheze. We need focus on these articles before beginning work on new articles or adding new information exclusive to this wiki.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information or are missing information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated. '''You will know if a page has missing information if you see the penguin with the hard hat'''.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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|-
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|-
| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;IMPORTANT: Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the [[Contribution Rules]] page for example) for Miraheze. We need focus on these articles before beginning work on new articles or adding new information exclusive to this wiki.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information or are missing information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated. '''You will know if a page has missing information if you see the penguin with the hard hat'''.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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|-
| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;IMPORTANT: Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the [[Contribution Rules]] page for example) for Miraheze. We need focus on these articles before beginning work on new articles or adding new information exclusive to this wiki.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information or are missing information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated. '''You will know if a page has missing information if you see the penguin with the hard hat'''.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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 &lt;big&gt;'''Hiatus is now over. The outage is over and images show again. Enjoy using and contributing to the wiki.&lt;/big&gt;
== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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|-
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&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information or are missing information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated. '''You will know if a page has missing information if you see the penguin with the hard hat'''.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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 &lt;big&gt;'''Hiatus is now over. The outage is over and images show again. Enjoy using and contributing to the wiki!&lt;/big&gt;
== '''Welcome to {{SITENAME}}!''' ==

This is the collaborative wiki made for Worlds users, by Worlds users.

This wiki will document the 3d chat program Worlds Chat and its history. A wiki that serves as an archival of this old program.

[[File:Pengo_worker.png|right|300px]]

Archiving is always a losing battle, but we have the highest chance of documenting not just the history of the platform but the community that developed around it by getting people like you involved.


'''Click these links to get started!''' 
* [[1994-1997|Learn the History of Worlds Chat.]]
* [[Guides|Guides for learning how to use Worlds.]]
* [[WorldsPlayer|Download your preferred version of WorldsPlayer.]]

The wiki will be structured and contain:
* '''History''' - This includes but is not limited to Worlds client changes, social norms, events and activities, trends, corporate partnerships, etc. It is currently divided into 3 chapters, [[1994-1997]], [[1998-2010]], and [[2010-Present|2010-present]]. Currently, focusing on one chapter at a time is important.
* '''Guides''' - this will contain guides ([[Guides|user-generated guides]] and [[Key Worlds Webpages|official ones]]) that will cover how to use the [[WorldsPlayer]], the [[WorldsShaper|Shaper]], and even some fun miscellaneous guides. 
* '''Index of Worlds''' - The wiki will list and document [[Default Worlds|official]] and [[User-Created Worlds|user-generated Worlds]] and their WorldMarks.

If you want to contribute to the wiki, please read the [[Contribution Rules]] before you do so.

&lt;gallery&gt;
Worlds_Chat_Demo_Penguin_Pengo.webp|A Pengo in the Worlds Chat demo.
Meteor.webp|Meteor, a default world.
Auditorium.webp|Auditorium, an event gathering place in Ground Zero.
Worlds_logo_old.webp|The Old Worlds Chat logo. It was not used for very long.
Universe_Map_29.webp|The official Worlds Universe Map
Hosts.webp|The official Ground Zero, blooming with users during an event.
&lt;/gallery&gt;

'''''Have any questions, requests, collabs, or concerns? Contact JustAllan on Discord (discord tag: justallan777) or through the [[User_talk:JustAllan|discussion tab on my user page]].'''''

''This wiki is an unofficially made wiki created by users. This wiki is not affiliated, controlled, or mandated by Worlds Inc. The content and use reflect the contributions of members of the community.''

'''Notice: This is a new migration and revitalization of the old wiki from Fandom and Miraheze will be a great home for the wiki. The Fandom wiki will not be closing down (at least for a while). I, JustAllan, is not the owner of the original Fandom wiki, Paola is. The Fandom wiki's fate will be determined by Paola and not me. The wiki will look barebones for a while as I migrate the content from the Fandom wiki as well as work on other wiki stuff, so be patient! Wikis take time to make.'''

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! colspan="2" style="text-align: center; background-color: #000000;" | To-Do List
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| &lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li&gt;IMPORTANT: Import all the pages and information from the Fandom wiki to here. Some pages may need to be edited (such as the [[Contribution Rules]] page for example) for Miraheze. We need focus on these articles before beginning work on new articles or adding new information exclusive to this wiki.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the Wiki's CSS and templates. To make the wiki more pleasing and to have users better navigate the wiki.&lt;/li&gt; 
&lt;li&gt;Begin work on the Background and general information for [[Worlds Chat Japan]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Provide images for the Holographic Avatars in the [[Avatars/Gallery#Holographic_Avatars|Avatar Gallery]].&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Some pages don't have current information or are missing information, so please update them if you see they need to be updated. '''You will know if a page has missing information if you see the penguin with the hard hat'''.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[Aerosmith World]] page.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li&gt;Work on the [[1998-2010#WorldsShaper|WorldsShaper]] and [[1998-2010#Events_2|Events]] sections in the [[1998-2010]] timeline.
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These custom worlds are created by Worlds users with [[WorldsShaper]], a tool that comes built-in to the [[WorldsPlayer]] client in versions later than World Chat Gold. However, you have to activate it. 

To activate WorldsShaper, [http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/shaper/index.htm see here]. 

For more WorldsShaper guides, [[World-building|see here]].&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Index of Custom Worlds'''==
Learn more about some assorted user-created worlds below. They are organized alphabetically by the Worlds name. The list is not exhaustive, but we hope to continue adding to the list.

If a world has ''GZ'' after it, it means that you are able to chat with other users that are in any [[Ground Zero]] hub.

''For an index of default/official worlds, check out [[Default Worlds|this page]] instead.'' 

Contributors: if you don't see a page created for a world, or know the creator of a world with attribution ''Unknown'', feel free to update the page yourself according to the [[Contribution Rules|Contribution Guidelines]].

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!Name or Starting World
!Creator
|-
|[[A Walk]]
|Crystal_tongue
|-
|[[Ace's]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|[[Ace's GZ]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|Ace's September 11th Memorial
|AceUK
|-
|Aces and Eights
|Moya/Moyawolf
|-
|[[AceUK World]]
|AceUK
|-
|[[AEE-Kath's Worlds]]
|AEE-Kath (AngelEyesEsprit)
|-
|[[Aerolee's Cave|Aerolee's Cave]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Aerolee's Lair|Aerolee's Lair]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Aero's Place|Aero's Place]]
|Aerolee
|-
|[[Agnus Dei]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[AHGZ World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Akasha House]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Alien Mystery]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Alu World]]
|Sgeo
|-
|[[Anamanaguchi World]]
|Notendo
|-
|[[Area 51 World]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Arena]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|Aussie Adventure
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[Aussie Adventure 2]]
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[AV Workshop]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|Avalon
|''Unknown''
|-
|Avatar Classroom
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Avro's Atlantis]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Avro's GZ|Avro's GZ]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Aztec Jungle]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bad's GZ|Bad's GZ]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Bad's Zoo]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Batcave]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Beach GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Beauty's Place]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Beloved]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Beyond's Temple]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bilbo World]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Bilbo's Animal House]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Birthday GZ|Birthday GZ]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[BK Hideaway]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnightInfo
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnight's GZ
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[BR's Halloween GZ|BR's Halloween GZ]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Busy]]
|Leslie31
|-
|[[Camalot]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Camp Pain]]
| RhapsodyBlue
|-
|[[Candy Land]]
| DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Casino (Erotic/Jimbly)|Casino]]
|Erotic/Jimbly
|-
|[[Castaway]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Castle Garden]]
|Concorde
|-
|[[Chess]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Chocolate GZ|Chocolate GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Christmas Town]]
| Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[Clouds Cabin|Cloud's Cabin]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[Cloud's Designs]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[City Life]]
| JetJanitor
|-
|[[Club Kiwi]]
| Crowsmold
|-
|[[Comedy World]]
|RubyRed
|-
|[[Country Heaven]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Crabicus Void]]
| Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Cricket]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Cute Maidy's GZ|Cute Maidy's GZ]]
|Maidy
|-
|Cyber's GZ
|Cyberjiggel0w
|-
|[[Damascus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|[[Dinkles]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's GZ
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's Halloween
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Dirk Memorial]]
|Tony KHz
|-
|[[Dodge City]]
| Bad-Dude
|-
|Dominatus
|Wolke
|-
|Doom GZ
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Doom I World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Doom II GZ|Doom II GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Drag Animal House]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Dungeon (Bilbo99)|Dungeon]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Easter Egg Hunt GZ|Easter Egg Hunt GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Easty's RWX World]]
|Easty58
|-
|[[Egyptian Wedding]]
|Northy
|-
|[[Final Destination]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Firehouse
|Hellfighter356
|-
|[[Fleet]]
|Batman11/Host-Gio
|-
|Frustration
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Gal World]]
|IsThisStatic
|-
|[[Gangster World]]
|Auldnick
|-
|[[Garden (LadyChatterly)|Garden]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Garden (FlamingStar)|Garden]]
|FlamingStar
|-
|[[Glitchy Soccer Land]]
| Vervexx
|-
|[[GroundWave]]
|Snitchen
|-

|[[Halloween Party Beach]]
|Softie
|-
|[[Halloween World]]
|Cake1234566, Sypha163 &amp; Vein
|-
|[[Hard Rock GZ|Hard Rock GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Host's Place]]
|Gio
|-
|[[Hot Cheetos]]
|Carbon281
|-
|[[Howl]]
|dosfox
|-
|[[Iad Adevar]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Jet's GZ|Jet's GZ]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Space World (JetJanitor)|Jet's Space World]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Jezzer's [[Custom Worlds Hub (Jezzer)|Custom Worlds Hub]]
|Jezzer
|-
|[[Jimbly's Avatar Gallery]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Jungle Fever]]
|Crow &amp; Num_Lock
|-
|[[Jump GZ (Sgeo)|Jump GZ]]
|Sgeo
|-
|Kazoo
|''Unknown''
|-

|[[KiltiesCastle|Kiltie's Castle]]
|KiLTy
|-
|[[Lady Chatterly's GZ|Lady Chatterly's GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Lady Meteor]]
|MadLady
|-
|[[Limey World]] (Photographics)
|Limey
|-
|[[Lost Kiwis]]
|dosfox
|-
|Lovely Sweet Dream
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Luna's Avs]]
|lunamyst
|-
|[[Massage World]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Meme GZ|Meme GZ]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Memory]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[MidnightSnacks' Spy Worlds]]
|MidnightSnacks
|-
|[[Minecraft]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Molly's World]]
|MollyMegs
|-
|[[Mugshots]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Mysterious World / MC Escher]]
|Zaphod-3D
|-
|[[Neidoos World]]
|Neidoos
|-
|[[Never Never Land]]
| Blue_Knight
|-
|[[New Garden]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Nexus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|Ninth Realm
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Nosferatu]]
|Dorian Grey
|-
|Pantella's Hideaway
|Pantella?
|-
|Pepsi's House
|VixenPepsi
|-
|[[Per-Heh]]
|Petohmi
|-
|[[Planet Bad]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Playtime (Xedos)|Playtime]]
|Xedos
|-
|[[Polymatrix]]
|Moyawolf
|-
|[[Post-Apocalyptic GZ|Post-Apocalyptic GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|Potters Village
|Harry Potter
|-
|[[Rahu]]
|99th
|-
|[[Rave]]
|Cr0w
|-
|[[Rooftop Garden (Camy)|Rooftop Garden]]
|Camy
|-
|[[Rose Chapel]]
|LoneWolf
|-
|[[Sarn World]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Satan's City]]
| SatansAngel &amp; BakingHotDog
|-
|[[Scotty's]]
|Scotty
|-
|[[ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World|ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World]]
|ScriptWisdom
|-
|[[Shadows]]
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Shangri-La]]
|Softie
|-
|[[SirGemini GZ|SirGemini GZ]]
|SirGemini
|-
|[[Sista Killer GZ|Sista Killer GZ]]
|Sistakilla
|-
|[[Sky Walk To Heaven]]
|Zeb
|-
|[[SmurfyWorld]]
|AceUK &amp; Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[Softie's Night Beach GZ|Softie's Night Beach GZ]]
|Softie &amp; Jimbly
|-
|[[Spectrum]]
|Wolfee_Smurf, AEE-Kath, RainbowEyes
|-
|[[Stagnant Demesne]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Starship]]
|Nova_1
|-
|[[Street GZ|Street GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Subway]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Tailspinners]]
|Penumbrax
|-
|[[The Bad Cave]]
| Bad-dude
|-
|[[The Chateau]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[The Depot]]
|Apparition
|-
|[[Thera]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[Tinker World]]
|pointedneedle
|-
|[[TimeQuake]]
|Num_lock
|-
|[[TK1 World]]
|Unknown
|-
|[[Tomb World]]
|Kazz
|-
|[[Train]]
|Knacken
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Travel]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Uncanny Corner]]
|Maidy
|-
|[[Vipolar]]
|VIPER_JAFO
|-
|[[Vortex]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[VR Land]]
| Num_Lock
|-
|[[Waterworld Atlantis]]
|Num_Lock
|-
|[[Weddingstar]]
|Midnight-Star/Batman11
|-
|[[Worlds.cult]]
|Knacken
|-
|[[Yume Nikki Madotsuki's Room]]
| Dsparil
|}
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    <text bytes="7095" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
These custom worlds are created by Worlds users with [[WorldsShaper]], a tool that comes built-in to the [[WorldsPlayer]] client in versions later than World Chat Gold. However, you have to activate it. 

To activate WorldsShaper, [http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/shaper/index.htm see here]. 

For more WorldsShaper guides, [[World-building|see here]].&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Index of Custom Worlds'''==
Learn more about some assorted user-created worlds below. They are organized alphabetically by the Worlds name. The list is not exhaustive, but we hope to continue adding to the list.

If a world has ''GZ'' after it, it means that you are able to chat with other users that are in any [[Ground Zero]] hub.

''For an index of default/official worlds, check out [[Default Worlds|this page]] instead.'' 

Contributors: if you don't see a page created for a world, or know the creator of a world with attribution ''Unknown'', feel free to update the page yourself according to the [[Contribution Rules|Contribution Guidelines]].

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!Name or Starting World
!Creator
|-
|[[A Walk]]
|Crystal_tongue
|-
|[[Ace's]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|[[Ace's GZ]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|Ace's September 11th Memorial
|AceUK
|-
|Aces and Eights
|Moya/Moyawolf
|-
|[[AceUK World]]
|AceUK
|-
|[[AEE-Kath's Worlds]]
|AEE-Kath (AngelEyesEsprit)
|-
|[[Aerolee's Cave|Aerolee's Cave]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Aerolee's Lair|Aerolee's Lair]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Aero's Place|Aero's Place]]
|Aerolee
|-
|[[Agnus Dei]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[AHGZ World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Akasha House]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Alien Mystery]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Alu World]]
|Sgeo
|-
|[[Anamanaguchi World]]
|Notendo
|-
|[[Area 51 World]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Arena]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|Aussie Adventure
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[Aussie Adventure 2]]
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[AV Workshop]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|Avalon
|''Unknown''
|-
|Avatar Classroom
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Avro's Atlantis]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Avro's GZ|Avro's GZ]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Aztec Jungle]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bad's GZ|Bad's GZ]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Bad's Zoo]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Batcave]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Beach GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Beauty's Place]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Beloved]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Beyond's Temple]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bilbo World]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Bilbo's Animal House]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Birthday GZ|Birthday GZ]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[BK Hideaway]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnightInfo
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnight's GZ
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[BR's Halloween GZ|BR's Halloween GZ]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Busy]]
|Leslie31
|-
|[[Camalot]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Camp Pain]]
| RhapsodyBlue
|-
|[[Candy Land]]
| DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Casino (Erotic/Jimbly)|Casino]]
|Erotic/Jimbly
|-
|[[Castaway]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Castle Garden]]
|Concorde
|-
|[[Chess]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Chocolate GZ|Chocolate GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Christmas Town]]
| Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[Clouds Cabin|Cloud's Cabin]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[Cloud's Designs]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[City Life]]
| JetJanitor
|-
|[[Club Kiwi]]
| Crowsmold
|-
|[[Comedy World]]
|RubyRed
|-
|[[Country Heaven]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Crabicus Void]]
| Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Cricket]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Cute Maidy's GZ|Cute Maidy's GZ]]
|Maidy
|-
|Cyber's GZ
|Cyberjiggel0w
|-
|[[Damascus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|[[Dinkles]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's GZ
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's Halloween
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Dirk Memorial]]
|Tony KHz
|-
|[[Dodge City]]
| Bad-Dude
|-
|Dominatus
|Wolke
|-
|Doom GZ
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Doom I World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Doom II GZ|Doom II GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Drag Animal House]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Dungeon (Bilbo99)|Dungeon]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Easter Egg Hunt GZ|Easter Egg Hunt GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Easty's RWX World]]
|Easty58
|-
|[[Egyptian Wedding]]
|Northy
|-
|[[Final Destination]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Firehouse
|Hellfighter356
|-
|[[Fleet]]
|Batman11/Host-Gio
|-
|Frustration
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Gal World]]
|IsThisStatic
|-
|[[Gangster World]]
|Auldnick
|-
|[[Garden (LadyChatterly)|Garden]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Garden (FlamingStar)|Garden]]
|FlamingStar
|-
|[[Glitchy Soccer Land]]
| Vervexx
|-
|[[GroundWave]]
|Snitchen
|-

|[[Halloween Party Beach]]
|Softie
|-
|[[Halloween World]]
|Cake1234566, Sypha163 &amp; Vein
|-
|[[Hard Rock GZ|Hard Rock GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Host's Place]]
|Gio
|-
|[[Hot Cheetos]]
|Carbon281
|-
|[[Howl]]
|dosfox
|-
|[[Iad Adevar]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Jet's GZ|Jet's GZ]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Space World (JetJanitor)|Jet's Space World]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Jezzer's [[Custom Worlds Hub (Jezzer)|Custom Worlds Hub]]
|Jezzer
|-
|[[Jimbly's Avatar Gallery]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Jungle Fever]]
|Crow &amp; Num_Lock
|-
|[[Jump GZ (Sgeo)|Jump GZ]]
|Sgeo
|-
|Kazoo
|''Unknown''
|-

|[[KiltiesCastle|Kiltie's Castle]]
|KiLTy
|-
|[[Lady Chatterly's GZ|Lady Chatterly's GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Lady Meteor]]
|MadLady
|-
|[[Limey World]] (Photographics)
|Limey
|-
|[[Lost Kiwis]]
|dosfox
|-
|Lovely Sweet Dream
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Luna's Avs]]
|lunamyst
|-
|[[Massage World]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Meme GZ|Meme GZ]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Memory]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[MidnightSnacks' Spy Worlds]]
|MidnightSnacks
|-
|[[Minecraft]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Molly's World]]
|MollyMegs
|-
|[[Mugshots]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Mysterious World / MC Escher]]
|Zaphod-3D
|-
|[[Neidoos World]]
|Neidoos
|-
|[[Never Never Land]]
| Blue_Knight
|-
|[[New Garden]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Nexus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|Ninth Realm
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Nosferatu]]
|Dorian Grey
|-
|Pantella's Hideaway
|Pantella?
|-
|Pepsi's House
|VixenPepsi
|-
|[[Per-Heh]]
|Petohmi
|-
|[[Planet Bad]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Playtime (Xedos)|Playtime]]
|Xedos
|-
|[[Polymatrix]]
|Moyawolf
|-
|[[Post-Apocalyptic GZ|Post-Apocalyptic GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|Potters Village
|Harry Potter
|-
|[[Rahu]]
|99th
|-
|[[Rave]]
|Cr0w
|-
|[[Rooftop Garden (Camy)|Rooftop Garden]]
|Camy
|-
|[[Rose Chapel]]
|LoneWolf
|-
|[[Sarn World]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Satan's City]]
| SatansAngel &amp; BakingHotDog
|-
|[[Scotty's]]
|Scotty
|-
|[[ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World|ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World]]
|ScriptWisdom
|-
|[[Shadows]]
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Shangri-La]]
|Softie
|-
|[[SirGemini GZ|SirGemini GZ]]
|SirGemini
|-
|[[Sista Killer GZ|Sista Killer GZ]]
|Sistakilla
|-
|[[Sky Walk To Heaven]]
|Zeb
|-
|[[SmurfyWorld]]
|AceUK &amp; Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[Softie's Night Beach GZ|Softie's Night Beach GZ]]
|Softie &amp; Jimbly
|-
|[[Spectrum]]
|Wolfee_Smurf, AEE-Kath, RainbowEyes
|-
|[[Stagnant Demesne]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Starship]]
|Nova_1
|-
|[[Street GZ|Street GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Subway]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Tailspinners]]
|Penumbrax
|-
|The Bad Cave
| Bad-dude
|-
|[[The Chateau]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[The Depot]]
|Apparition
|-
|[[Thera]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[Tinker World]]
|pointedneedle
|-
|[[TimeQuake]]
|Num_lock
|-
|[[TK1 World]]
|Unknown
|-
|Tomb World
|Kazz
|-
|[[Train]]
|Knacken
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Travel]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Uncanny Corner]]
|Maidy
|-
|[[Vipolar]]
|VIPER_JAFO
|-
|Vortex
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[VR Land]]
| Num_Lock
|-
|Waterworld Atlantis
|Num_Lock
|-
|[[Weddingstar]]
|Midnight-Star/Batman11
|-
|Worlds.cult
|Knacken
|-
|[[Yume Nikki Madotsuki's Room]]
| Dsparil
|}
[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|With Worlds news clip playing.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/groundzero.world}}}
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! Music
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! Easter Eggs
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=='''Description'''==
'''Beach Gz''' is a [[Ground Zero]] hub that is very popular. In recent years, it is easily traveled to by [[Basics|teleporting]] to a permanently logged in Worlds user named Fallen_Angel.

Beach features an ocean, a sailboat at the end of a pier, penguins on the barby, and allows you to travel easily to other Jimbly-created worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
This will be necessary for listening to the news clip about Worlds that is hosted here. Click Play Video on the wall above the pictures of [[Aerosmith World]] and [[Bowie World]]. This video is estimated to be from the year 2000 or so.

== '''Easter Eggs &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt; ==
'''There are easter eggs in this world that need information given for them.'''

=='''Significance'''==
This is often the starting place for many new Worlds users in recent years. Namely because on the bottom right mini map, you can easily click to go to several locations that will get you exploring interesting places:

[[File:Jimbly Minimap.png|frameless]]

=='''Rooms'''==

* [[Auditorium]] is a sub-section of [[Ground Zero]] typically used for poetry / story [[events]].
* [[Travel (Jimbly)|Travel]] contains links to other user-created worlds. 
* [[Texas (Jimbly)|Texas]] is a room with a mirror that easily allows you to add different textures to different body parts of your avatar.
* [[Gauntlet (Jimbly)|Gauntlet]] is a series of rooms that prompt you to download every [[Default Worlds|official / default world]]. This is a MUST because then you will have less issues loading textures in [[User-Created Worlds|user-created worlds]].

=='''Image Gallery'''==


Video playing in entrance

[[File:Beach Gz 01.png|frameless|795x795px]]


View of the sea

[[File:Beach Gz 02.png|frameless|795x795px]]

=== Worldsmark / URL ===
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/groundzero.world

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=='''Description'''==
'''Beach Gz''' is a [[Ground Zero]] hub that is very popular. In recent years, it is easily traveled to by [[Basics|teleporting]] to a permanently logged in Worlds user named Fallen_Angel.

Beach features an ocean, a sailboat at the end of a pier, penguins on the barby, and allows you to travel easily to other Jimbly-created worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
This will be necessary for listening to the news clip about Worlds that is hosted here. Click Play Video on the wall above the pictures of [[Aerosmith World]] and [[Bowie World]]. This video is estimated to be from the year 2000 or so.

== '''Easter Eggs &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt; ==
'''There are easter eggs in this world that need information given for them.'''

=='''Significance'''==
This is often the starting place for many new Worlds users in recent years. Namely because on the bottom right mini map, you can easily click to go to several locations that will get you exploring interesting places:

[[File:Jimbly Minimap.png|frameless]]

=='''Rooms'''==

* '''Auditorium''' is a sub-section of [[Ground Zero]] typically used for poetry / story [[events]].
* '''Travel''' contains links to other user-created worlds. 
* '''Texas''' is a room with a mirror that easily allows you to add different textures to different body parts of your avatar.
* '''Gauntlet''' is a series of rooms that prompt you to download every [[Default Worlds|official / default world]]. This is a MUST because then you will have less issues loading textures in [[User-Created Worlds|user-created worlds]].

=='''Image Gallery'''==


Video playing in entrance

[[File:Beach Gz 01.png|frameless|795x795px]]


View of the sea

[[File:Beach Gz 02.png|frameless|795x795px]]

=== Worldsmark / URL ===
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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=='''Description'''==
'''Beach Gz''' is a [[Ground Zero]] hub that is very popular. In recent years, it is easily traveled to by [[Basics|teleporting]] to a permanently logged in Worlds user named Fallen_Angel.

Beach features an ocean, a sailboat at the end of a pier, penguins on the barby, and allows you to travel easily to other Jimbly-created worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
This will be necessary for listening to the news clip about Worlds that is hosted here. Click Play Video on the wall above the pictures of [[Aerosmith World]] and [[Bowie Worlds]]. This video is estimated to be from the year 2000 or so.

== '''Easter Eggs &lt;sub&gt;(optional)'''&lt;/sub&gt; ==
'''There are easter eggs in this world that need information given for them.'''

=='''Significance'''==
This is often the starting place for many new Worlds users in recent years. Namely because on the bottom right mini map, you can easily click to go to several locations that will get you exploring interesting places:

[[File:Jimbly Minimap.png|frameless]]

=='''Rooms'''==

* '''Auditorium''' is a sub-section of [[Ground Zero]] typically used for poetry / story [[events]].
* '''Travel''' contains links to other user-created worlds. 
* '''Texas''' is a room with a mirror that easily allows you to add different textures to different body parts of your avatar.
* '''Gauntlet''' is a series of rooms that prompt you to download every [[Default Worlds|official / default world]]. This is a MUST because then you will have less issues loading textures in [[User-Created Worlds|user-created worlds]].

=='''Image Gallery'''==


Video playing in entrance

[[File:Beach Gz 01.png|frameless|795x795px]]


View of the sea

[[File:Beach Gz 02.png|frameless|795x795px]]

=== Worldsmark / URL ===
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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=='''Description'''==
'''Beach Gz''' is a [[Ground Zero]] hub that is very popular. In recent years, it is easily traveled to by [[Basics|teleporting]] to a permanently logged in Worlds user named Fallen_Angel.

Beach features an ocean, a sailboat at the end of a pier, penguins on the barby, and allows you to travel easily to other Jimbly-created worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
This will be necessary for listening to the news clip about Worlds that is hosted here. Click Play Video on the wall above the pictures of [[Aerosmith World]] and [[Bowie Worlds]]. This video is estimated to be from the year 2000 or so.

== '''Easter Eggs''' ==
'''There are easter eggs in this world that need information given for them.'''

=='''Significance'''==
This is often the starting place for many new Worlds users in recent years. Namely because on the bottom right mini map, you can easily click to go to several locations that will get you exploring interesting places:

[[File:Jimbly Minimap.png|frameless]]

=='''Rooms'''==

* '''Auditorium''' is a sub-section of [[Ground Zero]] typically used for poetry / story [[events]].
* '''Travel''' contains links to other user-created worlds. 
* '''Texas''' is a room with a mirror that easily allows you to add different textures to different body parts of your avatar.
* '''Gauntlet''' is a series of rooms that prompt you to download every [[Default Worlds|official / default world]]. This is a MUST because then you will have less issues loading textures in [[User-Created Worlds|user-created worlds]].

=='''Image Gallery'''==


Video playing in entrance

[[File:Beach Gz 01.png|frameless|795x795px]]


View of the sea

[[File:Beach Gz 02.png|frameless|795x795px]]

=== Worldsmark / URL ===
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/groundzero.world

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! Easter Eggs
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street GZ]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry/room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street GZ]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry/room listing area.

=='''Significance''' ==
&lt;span id="Significance_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;This world is very highly visited by users due to the fact that it is a place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also somewhat of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms''' ==
&lt;span id="Rooms_(optional)"&gt;&lt;/span&gt;

*Entry/Room Listing Area
*140 gallery rooms as of 11/26/2023.

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.
&lt;br /&gt;

==&lt;span id="Worldsmark_/_URL"&gt;&lt;/span&gt; '''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/mugshots.world

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    </contributor>
    <comment>Starting room for A Walk</comment>
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    <text bytes="38" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Starting room for A Walk</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-14 12 53 20-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - A Walk2.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>595</id>
  <revision>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:04:35Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Walking through a strange city.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
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    <text bytes="45" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Walking through a strange city.</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-14 12 54 22-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - A Walk3.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>596</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1096</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:05:29Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Walking between a series of strange figures and hands.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="68" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Walking between a series of strange figures and hands.</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-14 12 56 25-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - A Walk4.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>597</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1097</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:06:01Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Example of a question within the question room.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="61" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Example of a question within the question room.</text>
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  <title>A Walk</title>
  <ns>0</ns>
  <id>452</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1098</id>
    <parentid>943</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:18:22Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Adapt article from old wiki</comment>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|A Walk}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-14_12_45_31-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk}}}.{{{format|webp}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Start room for A Walk.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Crystal_tongue}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/A%20Walk/a_walk.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
A Walk is a highly toured world that has the user walking through a black and white land that describes itself to the player as a visualization of hypnagogia. In various areas there will be messages describing the state of hypnagogia, and the areas you walk through represent dream-like sequences.

=='''Music'''==
The music adds a very calming feel to the world, and greatly adds to the hypnagogic state this world implicates to the user. 

=='''Significance'''==
This world is often a part of official tours, usually during early parts of the tours.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Start
*Walk
*Here
*Question
*Home

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-14_12_45_31-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk.webp|frameless|570x570px|Start]]

[[File:2020-06-14_12_53_20-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk2.webp|frameless|570x570px|Walking through a strange city.]]

[[File:2020-06-14_12_54_22-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk3.webp|frameless|570x570px|Walking between a series of strange figures and hands.]]

[[File:2020-06-14_12_56_25-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk4.webp|frameless|570x570px|An example of a question within the question room.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/A%20Walk/a_walk.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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  <revision>
    <id>1111</id>
    <parentid>1098</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T13:16:25Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <minor/>
    <comment>Reverted edits by [[Special:Contributions/CyanLime|CyanLime]] ([[User talk:CyanLime|talk]]) to last revision by [[User:JustAllan|JustAllan]]</comment>
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    <text bytes="39" xml:space="preserve">'''''Page has yet to be developed.'''''</text>
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    <id>1112</id>
    <parentid>1111</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T13:17:02Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>JustAllan</username>
      <id>2</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Undo revision 1111 by [[Special:Contributions/JustAllan|JustAllan]] ([[User talk:JustAllan|talk]])</comment>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|A Walk}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-14_12_45_31-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk}}}.{{{format|webp}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|Start room for A Walk.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Crystal_tongue}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/A%20Walk/a_walk.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
A Walk is a highly toured world that has the user walking through a black and white land that describes itself to the player as a visualization of hypnagogia. In various areas there will be messages describing the state of hypnagogia, and the areas you walk through represent dream-like sequences.

=='''Music'''==
The music adds a very calming feel to the world, and greatly adds to the hypnagogic state this world implicates to the user. 

=='''Significance'''==
This world is often a part of official tours, usually during early parts of the tours.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Start
*Walk
*Here
*Question
*Home

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-14_12_45_31-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk.webp|frameless|570x570px|Start]]

[[File:2020-06-14_12_53_20-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk2.webp|frameless|570x570px|Walking through a strange city.]]

[[File:2020-06-14_12_54_22-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk3.webp|frameless|570x570px|Walking between a series of strange figures and hands.]]

[[File:2020-06-14_12_56_25-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_A_Walk4.webp|frameless|570x570px|An example of a question within the question room.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/A%20Walk/a_walk.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 12 04 21-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Aces.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>598</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1099</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:22:34Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The art gallery in Ace's.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="39" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The art gallery in Ace's.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 12 07 09-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Aces2.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>599</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1100</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:23:14Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>An example of a photo in the photo gallery.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="57" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
An example of a photo in the photo gallery.</text>
    <sha1>52167e07d161d91746df1fee7ffd1e2967f864a0</sha1>
  </revision>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 12 10 14-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Aces3.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>600</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1101</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:23:42Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The bedroom in Ace's.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="35" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The bedroom in Ace's.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 12 12 09-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Aces4.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>601</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1102</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:24:14Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The bar room in Ace's.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="36" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The bar room in Ace's.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 12 13 10-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Aces5.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>602</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1103</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:24:39Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The indoor swimming room in Ace's.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="48" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The indoor swimming room in Ace's.</text>
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  </revision>
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  <title>Ace's</title>
  <ns>0</ns>
  <id>453</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1104</id>
    <parentid>944</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:31:36Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Adapt article from old wiki</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Ace's}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-16_12_04_21-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Aces}}}.{{{format|webp}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The art gallery in Ace's.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Ace-Warrior}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/ACES/aces(1).world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
Ace's is a re-construction of Worlds Center that looks to function as a living space, and showcases an art gallery and a photo gallery.

=='''Significance'''==
The photo gallery appears to showcase other Worlds users who have befriended Ace-Warrior.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Art Gallery
*Photo Gallery
*Indoor Swimming Area
*Bedroom
*Bar

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-16_12_04_21-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Aces.webp|frameless|570x570px|The art gallery in Ace's]]

[[File:2020-06-16_12_07_09-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Aces2.webp|frameless|570x570px|An example of a photo in the photo gallery.]]

[[File:2020-06-16_12_10_14-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Aces3.webp|frameless|570x570px|The bedroom in Ace's.]]

[[File:2020-06-16_12_12_09-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Aces4.webp|frameless|570x570px|The barroom in Ace's.]]

[[File:2020-06-16_12_13_10-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Aces5.webp|frameless|570x570px|The indoor swimming room in Ace's.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/ACES/aces(1).world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 10 30 25-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Ace's GZ.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>603</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1105</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:35:37Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The wooden bulletin board with Ace-Warrior's friends.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="67" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The wooden bulletin board with Ace-Warrior's friends.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 10 31 19-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Ace's GZ2.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>604</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1106</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:36:13Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The texture room of Ace's GZ.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="43" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The texture room of Ace's GZ.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 10 32 05-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Ace's GZ3.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>605</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1107</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:36:38Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The reception area of Ace's GZ.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="45" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The reception area of Ace's GZ.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 10 32 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Ace's GZ4.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>606</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1108</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:37:13Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The auditorium hall showcasing Ace-Warrior's art.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="63" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The auditorium hall showcasing Ace-Warrior's art.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-16 10 33 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Ace's GZ5.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>607</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1109</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:37:35Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The auditorium in Ace's GZ.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="41" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The auditorium in Ace's GZ.</text>
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  </revision>
</page>
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  <title>Ace's GZ</title>
  <ns>0</ns>
  <id>454</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1110</id>
    <parentid>945</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-28T10:59:14Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Adapt article from old wiki</comment>
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    <text bytes="1921" xml:space="preserve">{| class="wikitable"
! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Ace's GZ}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-16_10_32_05-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Ace's_GZ3}}}.{{{format|webp}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The reception area of Ace's GZ.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Ace-Warrior}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://jett.dacii.net/jett/AcesGZ/groundzero.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
This is a custom version of Ground Zero built by Ace-Warrior during the 2000s.

=='''Significance'''==
The reception area of the GZ contains a wooden bulletin board that presents nametags that appear to have been friends of Ace-Warrior at some point in time, including many hosts.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Reception Area
*Texture Room
*Auditorium
*Outskirts

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-16_10_32_05-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Ace's_GZ3.webp|frameless|570x570px|The reception area of Ace's GZ.]]

[[File:2020-06-16_10_30_25-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Ace's_GZ.webp|frameless|570x570px|The bulletin board of Ace-Warrior's friends.]]

[[File:2020-06-16_10_31_19-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Ace's_GZ2.webp|frameless|570x570px|The texture room in Ace's GZ.]]

[[File:2020-06-16_10_32_41-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Ace's_GZ4.webp|frameless|570x570px|The auditorium hall showcasing Ace-Warrior's art.]]

[[File:2020-06-16_10_33_58-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Ace's_GZ5.webp|frameless|570x570px|The auditorium in Ace's GZ.]]

=='''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].

 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://jett.dacii.net/jett/AcesGZ/groundzero.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;
&lt;small&gt;''Archived - originally hosted at &lt;nowiki&gt;http://angeleyesesprit.sytes.net/aee/worlds/AcesGZ/groundzero.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;''&lt;/small&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-30 14 01 00-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - StreetGroundZero.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>608</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1113</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:43:23Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The reception area in Street GZ.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="46" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The reception area in Street GZ.</text>
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  </revision>
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  <title>File:2020-06-30 14 01 31-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - StreetGroundZero2.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>609</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1114</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:44:00Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Sometimes when you hang out in this bathroom, you may hear Jimbly blasting "Redbone" by Childish Gambino.</comment>
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    <text bytes="119" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Sometimes when you hang out in this bathroom, you may hear Jimbly blasting "Redbone" by Childish Gambino.</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-30 14 02 33-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - StreetGroundZero3.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>610</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1115</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:44:36Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The vast amount of choices within Jimbly's Cinema.</comment>
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    <text bytes="64" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The vast amount of choices within Jimbly's Cinema.</text>
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</page>
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  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>611</id>
  <revision>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:45:03Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The garden shop in Street GZ.</comment>
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    <text bytes="43" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The garden shop in Street GZ.</text>
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  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>612</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1117</id>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:45:51Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The building supplies store in Street GZ.</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
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    <text bytes="55" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The building supplies store in Street GZ.</text>
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  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>613</id>
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    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The arcade in Street GZ.</comment>
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    <text bytes="38" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The arcade in Street GZ.</text>
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  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>614</id>
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    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The entrance to the casino in Street GZ.</comment>
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    <text bytes="54" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The entrance to the casino in Street GZ.</text>
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  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>615</id>
  <revision>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:47:20Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The kitchen in Jimbly's Apartment.</comment>
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    <text bytes="48" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The kitchen in Jimbly's Apartment.</text>
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</page>
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  <title>File:2020-06-30 22 24 36-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - Flat 02.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>616</id>
  <revision>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:47:39Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>One of the types of living rooms in the user apartments.</comment>
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    <text bytes="70" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
One of the types of living rooms in the user apartments.</text>
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<page arvcontinue="20231129004551|1117">
  <title>Street GZ</title>
  <ns>0</ns>
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  <revision>
    <id>1122</id>
    <parentid>1070</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T00:57:46Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Adapt article from old wiki, update Worldsmark</comment>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Street GZ}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-30_14_01_00-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero}}}.{{{format|webp}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The reception area in Street GZ.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/street.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
Street GZ, aka Market Place GZ, is a expansive reconstruction of Ground Zero made by Jimbly that is set in a residential plaza alongside a busy street that has vehicles constantly looping in and out. The main square has a stand in the middle that has a notice for old trivia times, as well as a black walkway around it. There are many surrounding shops and entertainment venues located around the square such as a cinema that plays classic sci-fi and war movies, an arcade that hosts many different types of games, and a building shop showcasing pictures of stuff such as wooden textures. Near the road is a TARDIS that can be entered, and when a lever is pulled, will send you to Post-Apocalyptic GZ. Going up the steps leads to various user apartments, the most well known of which is Jimbly's Apartment. There is an entrance that leads to Jimbly's Subway, which also leads to other worlds.

=='''Music'''==
There are plenty of areas that play music and sounds in them, such as the cinema's movies.

=='''Significance'''==
This world acts as a hub for several other popular worlds and venues, is highly toured by people due to all that can be explored through Street GZ and its well-built urban environment, and has been host to events in the past, particularly ones held by Jimbly.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Reception Area
*Cinema
*Arcade
*TARDIS
*Strip Clubs
*Various Shops
*Various User Apartments
*Jimbly's Apartment

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-30_14_01_00-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero.webp|frameless|570x570px|The reception area in Street GZ.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_14_01_31-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero2.webp|frameless|570x570px|Sometimes when you hang out in this bathroom, you may hear Jimbly blasting "Redbone" by Childish Gambino.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_14_02_33-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero3.webp|frameless|570x570px|The vast amount of choices within Jimbly's Cinema.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_14_04_25-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero4.webp|frameless|570x570px|The garden shop in Street GZ.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_14_17_50-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero5.webp|frameless|570x570px|The building supplies store in Street GZ.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_14_23_25-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero6.webp|frameless|570x570px|The arcade in Street GZ.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_14_25_49-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero7.webp|frameless|570x570px|The entrance to the casino in Street GZ.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_14_29_16-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_StreetGroundZero8.webp|frameless|570x570px|The kitchen in Jimbly's Apartment.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_22_24_36-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Flat_02.webp|frameless|570x570px|One of the types of living rooms in the user apartments.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/street.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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  <title>Beach GZ (Jimbly)</title>
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  <id>477</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1123</id>
    <parentid>1091</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T01:19:31Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Update worldsmark, minor edits</comment>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Beach GZ}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Beach Gz 01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|With Worlds news clip playing.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/groundzero.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Beach GZ''' is a [[Ground Zero]] hub that is very popular. It features an ocean, a sailboat at the end of a pier, penguins on the barby, and allows you to travel easily to other Jimbly-created worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
This will be necessary for listening to the news clip about Worlds that is hosted here. Click "Play Video" on the wall above the pictures of [[Aerosmith World]] and [[Bowie Worlds]]. This video is estimated to be from the year 2000 or so.

== '''Easter Eggs''' ==
'''There are easter eggs in this world that need information given for them.'''

=='''Significance'''==
This is often the starting place for many new Worlds users in recent years. Namely because on the bottom right mini-map, you can easily click to go to several locations that will get you exploring interesting places:

[[File:Jimbly Minimap.png|frameless]]

=='''Rooms'''==

* '''Auditorium''' is a sub-section of [[Ground Zero]] typically used for poetry and story [[events]].
* '''Travel''' contains links to other user-created worlds. 
* '''Texas''' is a room with a mirror that easily allows you to add different textures to different body parts of your avatar.
* '''Gauntlet''' is a series of rooms that prompt you to download every [[Default Worlds|official/default world]]. This is a MUST because then you will have less issues loading textures in [[User-Created Worlds|user-created worlds]].

=='''Image Gallery'''==

Video playing in entrance

[[File:Beach Gz 01.png|frameless|795x795px]]


View of the sea

[[File:Beach Gz 02.png|frameless|795x795px]]

=== Worldsmark / URL ===
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/groundzero.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

The above URL is maintained by Jimbly and contains up-to-date versions of connected worlds. The version at the following URL is outdated by several years, but is kept here as it contains working connections to many worlds which are currently inaccessible at the main URL:
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/groundzero.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-29T02:15:24Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Clarified that the news clip video is no longer there</comment>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Beach GZ}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Beach Gz 01}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|With Worlds news clip playing.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/groundzero.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
'''Beach GZ''' is a [[Ground Zero]] hub that is very popular. It features an ocean, a sailboat at the end of a pier, penguins on the barby, and allows you to travel easily to other Jimbly-created worlds.

== '''Music''' ==
Previously, a news clip about Worlds was hosted here. Users could watch it by clicking "Play Video" on the wall above the pictures of [[Aerosmith World]] and [[Bowie Worlds]]. The video is estimated to be from the year 2000 or so.

== '''Easter Eggs''' ==
'''There are easter eggs in this world that need information given for them.'''

=='''Significance'''==
This is often the starting place for many new Worlds users in recent years. Namely because on the bottom right mini-map, you can easily click to go to several locations that will get you exploring interesting places:

[[File:Jimbly Minimap.png|frameless]]

=='''Rooms'''==

* '''Auditorium''' is a sub-section of [[Ground Zero]] typically used for poetry and story [[events]].
* '''Travel''' contains links to other user-created worlds. 
* '''Texas''' is a room with a mirror that easily allows you to add different textures to different body parts of your avatar.
* '''Gauntlet''' is a series of rooms that prompt you to download every [[Default Worlds|official/default world]]. This is a MUST because then you will have less issues loading textures in [[User-Created Worlds|user-created worlds]].

=='''Image Gallery'''==

Video playing in entrance

[[File:Beach Gz 01.png|frameless|795x795px]]


View of the sea

[[File:Beach Gz 02.png|frameless|795x795px]]

=== Worldsmark / URL ===
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/groundzero.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

The above URL is maintained by Jimbly and contains up-to-date versions of connected worlds. The version at the following URL is outdated by several years, but is kept here as it contains working connections to many worlds which are currently inaccessible at the main URL:
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/worlds/groundzero.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom_Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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  <title>Mugshots</title>
  <ns>0</ns>
  <id>325</id>
  <revision>
    <id>1124</id>
    <parentid>1093</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T01:38:29Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Update worldsmark, minor edits</comment>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Jimbly's Mugshots}}}
|-
! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-28 12 26 45-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|500px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The submission guidelines in Mugshots.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/mugshots.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
Mugshots is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that showcases email-submitted pictures that get uploaded by Jimbly as long as they follow the guidelines set in the entry room listing area. The rooms are a good representation of the kinds of users Worlds has hosted over the years, and may be considered as much of a visual timeline as anything else. There are 92 gallery rooms as of 6/28/2020 and that number is expected to drastically rise over the coming years. Visit the world to learn how to submit yours! This world is also connected to [[Street GZ]] at the door not next to the rules in the entry room listing area.

=='''Significance'''==
This world is very highly visited by users because place where they can post whatever kind of pictures they can think of. It is also something of a timeline signifying the different kinds of users coming through over the years.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Entry Room / Listing Area
*140 gallery rooms as of 11/26/2023

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-28 12 30 41-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - MugShots2.png|frameless|515x515px]]

The owner of Mugshots himself.

=='''Worldsmark / URL'''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/mugshots.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Worlds]] [[Category:Custom_Worlds]]</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-19 12 30 25-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - casino2.webp</title>
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    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Definitely playing a Blackjack at the Blackjack table.</comment>
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    <text bytes="68" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Definitely playing a Blackjack at the Blackjack table.</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-19 12 30 54-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - casino3.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
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    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Slot machines lined up in Casino.</comment>
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    <text bytes="47" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Slot machines lined up in Casino.</text>
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      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The restaurant in Casino.</comment>
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    <text bytes="39" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The restaurant in Casino.</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-19 12 32 17-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - casino5.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
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    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The roulette wheel in Casino.</comment>
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    <text bytes="43" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The roulette wheel in Casino.</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-19 12 33 00-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - casino6.webp</title>
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    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The video poker kiosk in Casino.</comment>
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    <text bytes="46" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The video poker kiosk in Casino.</text>
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  <title>File:2020-06-19 12 33 58-WorldsPlayer by Worlds.com - casino7.webp</title>
  <ns>6</ns>
  <id>622</id>
  <revision>
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    <timestamp>2023-11-29T02:25:51Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>The upstairs bar in Casino.</comment>
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    <text bytes="41" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
The upstairs bar in Casino.</text>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Casino (Erotic/Jimbly)}}}
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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|EroticJimbly-Casino-1}}}.{{{format|jpg}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The exterior of the casino building.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Erotic/Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/casino.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
Casino is a custom world made by Erotic and Jimbly that is inspired by Casinos in the United States. Casino contains a nighttime city road, along which can be found a wedding chapel, strip club, psychic, gift shop, and cafe. Also along the road is a broken connection to a supposed "arcade.world". The main casino building consists of a reception area, the main gambling area, a barroom, mens' and womens' bathrooms, and a staff room. The reception area contains an elevator, leading to a second floor with apartments, and a third floor (marked "P"), featuring a view of the cityscape and an additional bathroom.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Road
*Casino
*Wedding Chapel
*Strip Club
*Psychic
*Gift Shop
*Cafe

=='''Image Gallery'''==
Under Construction

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/casino.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The exterior of the casino building.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Erotic/Jimbly}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/casino.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
Casino is a custom world made by Erotic and Jimbly, inspired by Casinos in the United States. Casino contains a nighttime city road, along which can be found a wedding chapel, strip club, psychic, gift shop, and cafe. Also along the road is an arcade which connects to "arcade.world", which is currently inaccessible. The main casino building consists of a reception area, the main gambling area, a barroom, mens' and womens' bathrooms, and a staff room. The reception area contains an elevator, leading to a second floor with apartments, and a third floor (marked "P"), featuring a view of the cityscape and an additional bathroom.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Road
*Casino
*Wedding Chapel
*Strip Club
*Psychic
*Gift Shop
*Cafe

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-2-png.png|frameless|570x570px|Traveling along the road.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-1-png.png|frameless|570x570px|The exterior of the casino building.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-3.png|frameless|570x570px|The outside of the wedding chapel.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-4.png|frameless|570x570px|The strip of shops opposite the casino.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-5.png|frameless|570x570px|The reception area in the casino.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-6.png|frameless|570x570px|The main gambling area in the casino.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-7.png|frameless|570x570px|The aquarium featured in the main gambling area.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/casino.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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! Author
| {{{author|Erotic/Jimbly}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/casino.world}}}
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! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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=='''Description'''==
Casino is a custom world made by Erotic and Jimbly, inspired by Casinos in the United States. Casino contains a nighttime city road, along which can be found a wedding chapel, strip club, psychic, gift shop, and cafe. Also along the road is an arcade which connects to "arcade.world", which is currently inaccessible. The main casino building consists of a reception area, the main gambling area, a barroom, mens' and womens' bathrooms, and a staff room. The reception area contains an elevator, leading to a second floor with apartments, and a third floor (marked "P"), featuring a view of the cityscape and an additional bathroom.

=='''Rooms'''==
*Road
*Casino
*Wedding Chapel
*Strip Club
*Psychic
*Gift Shop
*Cafe

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-2-png.png|frameless|570x570px|Traveling along the road.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-1-png.png|frameless|570x570px|The exterior of the casino building.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-3.png|frameless|570x570px|The outside of the wedding chapel.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-4.png|frameless|570x570px|The strip of shops opposite the casino.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-5.png|frameless|570x570px|The reception area in the casino.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-6.png|frameless|570x570px|The main gambling area in the casino.]]

[[File:EroticJimbly-Casino-7.png|frameless|570x570px|The aquarium featured in the main gambling area.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/casino.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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    <comment>An example of a gallery hallway in Jimbly's Avatar Gallery.</comment>
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An example of a gallery hallway in Jimbly's Avatar Gallery.</text>
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    <comment>Some of the avatars presented in one of the many gallery rooms.</comment>
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    <text bytes="77" xml:space="preserve">== Summary ==
Some of the avatars presented in one of the many gallery rooms.</text>
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Jimbly's Avatar Gallery}}}
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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|2020-06-30_14_12_26-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Jimblyav01}}}.{{{format|webp}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
|-
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|An example of a gallery hallway in Jimbly's Avatar Gallery.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
|-
! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/jim01.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
Jimbly's Avatar Gallery is an expansive reconstruction of the Avatar Gallery that contains numerous rooms full of many types of avatars such as robots, animals and vehicles. There are at least 8 hallways that branch into 8 rooms of avatars that include Jimbly's own creations, as well as a few other users'. The entry door connects to Beach GZ, but the gallery can also be entered from a door in Street GZ.

=='''Significance'''==
Custom avatars found in this world are normally users' first experience with custom avatars, as it is connected to Beach GZ. Since Beach GZ is often one of the first custom worlds visited by users, Jimbly's Avatar Gallery in turn is commonly visited as well. 

=='''Rooms'''==
*Gallery Hallways
*Gallery Rooms

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-30_14_12_26-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Jimblyav01.webp|frameless|570x570px|An example of a gallery hallway in Jimbly's Avatar Gallery.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_15_39_46-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Jimblyav03.webp|frameless|570x570px|Some of the avatars presented in one of the many gallery rooms.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/jim01.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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    <comment>Add links</comment>
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! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/jim01.world}}}
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! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
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=='''Description'''==
Jimbly's Avatar Gallery is an expansive reconstruction of the Avatar Gallery that contains numerous rooms full of many types of avatars such as robots, animals and vehicles. There are at least 8 hallways that branch into 8 rooms of avatars that include Jimbly's own creations, as well as a few other users'. The entry door connects to [[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Beach GZ]], but the gallery can also be entered from a door in [[Street GZ]].

=='''Significance'''==
Custom avatars found in this world are normally users' first experience with custom avatars, as it is connected to Beach GZ. Since Beach GZ is often one of the first custom worlds visited by users, Jimbly's Avatar Gallery in turn is commonly visited as well. 

=='''Rooms'''==
*Gallery Hallways
*Gallery Rooms

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-30_14_12_26-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Jimblyav01.webp|frameless|570x570px|An example of a gallery hallway in Jimbly's Avatar Gallery.]]

[[File:2020-06-30_15_39_46-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Jimblyav03.webp|frameless|570x570px|Some of the avatars presented in one of the many gallery rooms.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/jim01.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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    <comment>One of the stations in Subway.</comment>
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One of the stations in Subway.</text>
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The train coming to pick up the photographer.</text>
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! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
|-
! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/subway.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|No}}}
|}

=='''Description'''==
Subway is a custom world made by Jimbly that acts as a hub for a few of his worlds. There are 6 stations where you can use the train to travel where you want to go. Some of these spots include places such as [[Street GZ]], [[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Beach GZ]], and [[The Chateau]]. The Subway can also be accessed from any of the 6 worlds that the subway travels to.

=='''Significance'''==
This world is often toured by users due to being a common area they find in many of Jimbly's worlds and using it to travel between his worlds.

=='''Rooms'''==
*6 Stations
*The Train

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-07-02_20_21_53-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Subway.webp|frameless|570x570px|One of the stations in Subway.]]

[[File:2020-07-02_20_22_54-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Subway2.webp|frameless|570x570px|The train coming to pick up the photographer.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
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  <title>User-Created Worlds</title>
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  <revision>
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    <parentid>1083</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T05:58:12Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>More readable centered table with sortable columns</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="7191" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
These custom worlds are created by Worlds users with [[WorldsShaper]], a tool that comes built-in to the [[WorldsPlayer]] client in versions later than World Chat Gold. However, you have to activate it. 

To activate WorldsShaper, [http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/shaper/index.htm see here]. 

For more WorldsShaper guides, [[World-building|see here]].&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Index of Custom Worlds'''==
Learn more about some assorted user-created worlds below. They are organized alphabetically by the Worlds name. The list is not exhaustive, but we hope to continue adding to the list.

If a world has ''GZ'' after it, it means that you are able to chat with other users that are in any [[Ground Zero]] hub.

''For an index of default/official worlds, check out [[Default Worlds|this page]] instead.'' 

Contributors: if you don't see a page created for a world, or know the creator of a world with attribution ''Unknown'', feel free to update the page yourself according to the [[Contribution Rules|Contribution Guidelines]].

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{| class="aligned table sortable" align="center" border="1" cellpadding="4" style="width: 640px; border-collapse:collapse;"
!Name or Starting World
!Creator
|-
|[[A Walk]]
|Crystal_tongue
|-
|[[Ace's]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|[[Ace's GZ]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|Ace's September 11th Memorial
|AceUK
|-
|Aces and Eights
|Moya/Moyawolf
|-
|[[AceUK World]]
|AceUK
|-
|[[AEE-Kath's Worlds]]
|AEE-Kath (AngelEyesEsprit)
|-
|[[Aerolee's Cave|Aerolee's Cave]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Aerolee's Lair|Aerolee's Lair]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Aero's Place|Aero's Place]]
|Aerolee
|-
|[[Agnus Dei]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[AHGZ World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Akasha House]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Alien Mystery]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Alu World]]
|Sgeo
|-
|[[Anamanaguchi World]]
|Notendo
|-
|[[Area 51 World]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Arena]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|Aussie Adventure
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[Aussie Adventure 2]]
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[AV Workshop]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|Avalon
|''Unknown''
|-
|Avatar Classroom
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Avro's Atlantis]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Avro's GZ|Avro's GZ]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Aztec Jungle]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bad's GZ|Bad's GZ]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Bad's Zoo]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Batcave]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Beach GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Beauty's Place]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Beloved]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Beyond's Temple]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bilbo World]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Bilbo's Animal House]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Birthday GZ|Birthday GZ]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[BK Hideaway]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnightInfo
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnight's GZ
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[BR's Halloween GZ|BR's Halloween GZ]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Busy]]
|Leslie31
|-
|[[Camalot]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Camp Pain]]
| RhapsodyBlue
|-
|[[Candy Land]]
| DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Casino (Erotic/Jimbly)|Casino]]
|Erotic/Jimbly
|-
|[[Castaway]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Castle Garden]]
|Concorde
|-
|[[Chess]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Chocolate GZ|Chocolate GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Christmas Town]]
| Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[Clouds Cabin|Cloud's Cabin]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[Cloud's Designs]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[City Life]]
| JetJanitor
|-
|[[Club Kiwi]]
| Crowsmold
|-
|[[Comedy World]]
|RubyRed
|-
|[[Country Heaven]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Crabicus Void]]
| Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Cricket]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Cute Maidy's GZ|Cute Maidy's GZ]]
|Maidy
|-
|Cyber's GZ
|Cyberjiggel0w
|-
|[[Damascus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|[[Dinkles]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's GZ
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's Halloween
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Dirk Memorial]]
|Tony KHz
|-
|[[Dodge City]]
| Bad-Dude
|-
|Dominatus
|Wolke
|-
|Doom GZ
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Doom I World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Doom II GZ|Doom II GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Drag Animal House]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Dungeon (Bilbo99)|Dungeon]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Easter Egg Hunt GZ|Easter Egg Hunt GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Easty's RWX World]]
|Easty58
|-
|[[Egyptian Wedding]]
|Northy
|-
|[[Final Destination]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Firehouse
|Hellfighter356
|-
|[[Fleet]]
|Batman11/Host-Gio
|-
|Frustration
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Gal World]]
|IsThisStatic
|-
|[[Gangster World]]
|Auldnick
|-
|[[Garden (LadyChatterly)|Garden]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Garden (FlamingStar)|Garden]]
|FlamingStar
|-
|[[Glitchy Soccer Land]]
| Vervexx
|-
|[[GroundWave]]
|Snitchen
|-

|[[Halloween Party Beach]]
|Softie
|-
|[[Halloween World]]
|Cake1234566, Sypha163 &amp; Vein
|-
|[[Hard Rock GZ|Hard Rock GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Host's Place]]
|Gio
|-
|[[Hot Cheetos]]
|Carbon281
|-
|[[Howl]]
|dosfox
|-
|[[Iad Adevar]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Jet's GZ|Jet's GZ]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Space World (JetJanitor)|Jet's Space World]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Jezzer's [[Custom Worlds Hub (Jezzer)|Custom Worlds Hub]]
|Jezzer
|-
|[[Jimbly's Avatar Gallery]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Jungle Fever]]
|Crow &amp; Num_Lock
|-
|[[Jump GZ (Sgeo)|Jump GZ]]
|Sgeo
|-
|Kazoo
|''Unknown''
|-

|[[KiltiesCastle|Kiltie's Castle]]
|KiLTy
|-
|[[Lady Chatterly's GZ|Lady Chatterly's GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Lady Meteor]]
|MadLady
|-
|[[Limey World]] (Photographics)
|Limey
|-
|[[Lost Kiwis]]
|dosfox
|-
|Lovely Sweet Dream
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Luna's Avs]]
|lunamyst
|-
|[[Massage World]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Meme GZ|Meme GZ]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Memory]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[MidnightSnacks' Spy Worlds]]
|MidnightSnacks
|-
|[[Minecraft]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Molly's World]]
|MollyMegs
|-
|[[Mugshots]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Mysterious World / MC Escher]]
|Zaphod-3D
|-
|[[Neidoos World]]
|Neidoos
|-
|[[Never Never Land]]
| Blue_Knight
|-
|[[New Garden]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Nexus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|Ninth Realm
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Nosferatu]]
|Dorian Grey
|-
|Pantella's Hideaway
|Pantella?
|-
|Pepsi's House
|VixenPepsi
|-
|[[Per-Heh]]
|Petohmi
|-
|[[Planet Bad]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Playtime (Xedos)|Playtime]]
|Xedos
|-
|[[Polymatrix]]
|Moyawolf
|-
|[[Post-Apocalyptic GZ|Post-Apocalyptic GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|Potters Village
|Harry Potter
|-
|[[Rahu]]
|99th
|-
|[[Rave]]
|Cr0w
|-
|[[Rooftop Garden (Camy)|Rooftop Garden]]
|Camy
|-
|[[Rose Chapel]]
|LoneWolf
|-
|[[Sarn World]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Satan's City]]
| SatansAngel &amp; BakingHotDog
|-
|[[Scotty's]]
|Scotty
|-
|[[ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World|ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World]]
|ScriptWisdom
|-
|[[Shadows]]
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Shangri-La]]
|Softie
|-
|[[SirGemini GZ|SirGemini GZ]]
|SirGemini
|-
|[[Sista Killer GZ|Sista Killer GZ]]
|Sistakilla
|-
|[[Sky Walk To Heaven]]
|Zeb
|-
|[[SmurfyWorld]]
|AceUK &amp; Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[Softie's Night Beach GZ|Softie's Night Beach GZ]]
|Softie &amp; Jimbly
|-
|[[Spectrum]]
|Wolfee_Smurf, AEE-Kath, RainbowEyes
|-
|[[Stagnant Demesne]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Starship]]
|Nova_1
|-
|[[Street GZ|Street GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Subway]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Tailspinners]]
|Penumbrax
|-
|The Bad Cave
| Bad-dude
|-
|[[The Chateau]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[The Depot]]
|Apparition
|-
|[[Thera]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[Tinker World]]
|pointedneedle
|-
|[[TimeQuake]]
|Num_lock
|-
|[[TK1 World]]
|Unknown
|-
|Tomb World
|Kazz
|-
|[[Train]]
|Knacken
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Travel]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Uncanny Corner]]
|Maidy
|-
|[[Vipolar]]
|VIPER_JAFO
|-
|Vortex
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[VR Land]]
| Num_Lock
|-
|Waterworld Atlantis
|Num_Lock
|-
|[[Weddingstar]]
|Midnight-Star/Batman11
|-
|Worlds.cult
|Knacken
|-
|[[Yume Nikki Madotsuki's Room]]
| Dsparil
|}
[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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  <revision>
    <id>1152</id>
    <parentid>1151</parentid>
    <timestamp>2023-11-29T06:04:53Z</timestamp>
    <contributor>
      <username>CyanLime</username>
      <id>5</id>
    </contributor>
    <comment>Alphabetize</comment>
    <model>wikitext</model>
    <format>text/x-wiki</format>
    <text bytes="7190" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
These custom worlds are created by Worlds users with [[WorldsShaper]], a tool that comes built-in to the [[WorldsPlayer]] client in versions later than World Chat Gold. However, you have to activate it. 

To activate WorldsShaper, [http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/shaper/index.htm see here]. 

For more WorldsShaper guides, [[World-building|see here]].&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Index of Custom Worlds'''==
Learn more about some assorted user-created worlds below. They are organized alphabetically by the Worlds name. The list is not exhaustive, but we hope to continue adding to the list.

If a world has ''GZ'' after it, it means that you are able to chat with other users that are in any [[Ground Zero]] hub.

''For an index of default/official worlds, check out [[Default Worlds|this page]] instead.'' 

Contributors: if you don't see a page created for a world, or know the creator of a world with attribution ''Unknown'', feel free to update the page yourself according to the [[Contribution Rules|Contribution Guidelines]].

&lt;br/&gt;
{| class="aligned table sortable" align="center" border="1" cellpadding="4" style="width: 640px; border-collapse:collapse;"
!Name or Starting World
!Creator
|-
|[[A Walk]]
|Crystal_tongue
|-
|[[Ace's]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|[[Ace's GZ]]
|Ace-Warrior
|-
|Ace's September 11th Memorial
|AceUK
|-
|Aces and Eights
|Moya/Moyawolf
|-
|[[AceUK World]]
|AceUK
|-
|[[AEE-Kath's Worlds]]
|AEE-Kath (AngelEyesEsprit)
|-
|[[Aero's Place|Aero's Place]]
|Aerolee
|-
|[[Aerolee's Cave|Aerolee's Cave]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Aerolee's Lair|Aerolee's Lair]]
| Aerolee
|-
|[[Agnus Dei]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[AHGZ World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Akasha House]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Alien Mystery]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Alu World]]
|Sgeo
|-
|[[Anamanaguchi World]]
|Notendo
|-
|[[Area 51 World]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Arena]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|Aussie Adventure
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[Aussie Adventure 2]]
|ChicksBitz/Host-Boomerang
|-
|[[AV Workshop]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|Avalon
|''Unknown''
|-
|Avatar Classroom
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Avro's Atlantis]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Avro's GZ|Avro's GZ]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Aztec Jungle]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bad's GZ|Bad's GZ]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Bad's Zoo]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Batcave]]
|Batman11
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Beach GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Beauty's Place]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Beloved]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Beyond's Temple]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Bilbo World]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Bilbo's Animal House]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Birthday GZ|Birthday GZ]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[BK Hideaway]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnight's GZ
|Blue_Knight
|-
|BlueKnightInfo
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[BR's Halloween GZ|BR's Halloween GZ]]
|BeyondReality
|-
|[[Busy]]
|Leslie31
|-
|[[Camalot]]
|Blue_Knight
|-
|[[Camp Pain]]
| RhapsodyBlue
|-
|[[Candy Land]]
| DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Casino (Erotic/Jimbly)|Casino]]
|Erotic/Jimbly
|-
|[[Castaway]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Castle Garden]]
|Concorde
|-
|[[Chess]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Chocolate GZ|Chocolate GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Christmas Town]]
| Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[City Life]]
| JetJanitor
|-
|[[Clouds Cabin|Cloud's Cabin]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[Cloud's Designs]]
|Cloud
|-
|[[Club Kiwi]]
| Crowsmold
|-
|[[Comedy World]]
|RubyRed
|-
|[[Country Heaven]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Crabicus Void]]
| Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Cricket]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Cute Maidy's GZ|Cute Maidy's GZ]]
|Maidy
|-
|Cyber's GZ
|Cyberjiggel0w
|-
|[[Damascus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|[[Dinkles]]
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's GZ
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|Dinky's Halloween
|DinkyDoodles
|-
|[[Dirk Memorial]]
|Tony KHz
|-
|[[Dodge City]]
| Bad-Dude
|-
|Dominatus
|Wolke
|-
|Doom GZ
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Doom I World]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Doom II GZ|Doom II GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Drag Animal House]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Dungeon (Bilbo99)|Dungeon]]
|Bilbo99
|-
|[[Easter Egg Hunt GZ|Easter Egg Hunt GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Easty's RWX World]]
|Easty58
|-
|[[Egyptian Wedding]]
|Northy
|-
|[[Final Destination]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Firehouse
|Hellfighter356
|-
|[[Fleet]]
|Batman11/Host-Gio
|-
|Frustration
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Gal World]]
|IsThisStatic
|-
|[[Gangster World]]
|Auldnick
|-
|[[Garden (LadyChatterly)|Garden]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Garden (FlamingStar)|Garden]]
|FlamingStar
|-
|[[Glitchy Soccer Land]]
| Vervexx
|-
|[[GroundWave]]
|Snitchen
|-

|[[Halloween Party Beach]]
|Softie
|-
|[[Halloween World]]
|Cake1234566, Sypha163 &amp; Vein
|-
|[[Hard Rock GZ|Hard Rock GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Host's Place]]
|Gio
|-
|[[Hot Cheetos]]
|Carbon281
|-
|[[Howl]]
|dosfox
|-
|[[Iad Adevar]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Jet's GZ|Jet's GZ]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|[[Space World (JetJanitor)|Jet's Space World]]
|JetJanitor
|-
|Jezzer's [[Custom Worlds Hub (Jezzer)|Custom Worlds Hub]]
|Jezzer
|-
|[[Jimbly's Avatar Gallery]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Jump GZ (Sgeo)|Jump GZ]]
|Sgeo
|-
|[[Jungle Fever]]
|Crow &amp; Num_Lock
|-
|Kazoo
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[KiltiesCastle|Kiltie's Castle]]
|KiLTy
|-
|[[Lady Chatterly's GZ|Lady Chatterly's GZ]]
|LadyChatterly
|-
|[[Lady Meteor]]
|MadLady
|-
|[[Limey World]] (Photographics)
|Limey
|-
|[[Lost Kiwis]]
|dosfox
|-
|Lovely Sweet Dream
|Urotsuki
|-
|[[Luna's Avs]]
|lunamyst
|-
|[[Massage World]]
|Junemoon56
|-
|[[Meme GZ|Meme GZ]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Memory]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[MidnightSnacks' Spy Worlds]]
|MidnightSnacks
|-
|[[Minecraft]]
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[Molly's World]]
|MollyMegs
|-
|[[Mugshots]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Mysterious World / MC Escher]]
|Zaphod-3D
|-
|[[Neidoos World]]
|Neidoos
|-
|[[Never Never Land]]
| Blue_Knight
|-
|[[New Garden]]
|''Unknown''
|-
|[[Nexus]]
|Cake1234566
|-
|Ninth Realm
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Nosferatu]]
|Dorian Grey
|-
|Pantella's Hideaway
|Pantella?
|-
|Pepsi's House
|VixenPepsi
|-
|[[Per-Heh]]
|Petohmi
|-
|[[Planet Bad]]
|Bad-Dude
|-
|[[Playtime (Xedos)|Playtime]]
|Xedos
|-
|[[Polymatrix]]
|Moyawolf
|-
|[[Post-Apocalyptic GZ|Post-Apocalyptic GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|Potters Village
|Harry Potter
|-
|[[Rahu]]
|99th
|-
|[[Rave]]
|Cr0w
|-
|[[Rooftop Garden (Camy)|Rooftop Garden]]
|Camy
|-
|[[Rose Chapel]]
|LoneWolf
|-
|[[Sarn World]]
|Sypha163
|-
|[[Satan's City]]
| SatansAngel &amp; BakingHotDog
|-
|[[Scotty's]]
|Scotty
|-
|[[ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World|ScriptWisdom GZ &amp; Cookout World]]
|ScriptWisdom
|-
|[[Shadows]]
|Whisper Near?
|-
|[[Shangri-La]]
|Softie
|-
|[[SirGemini GZ|SirGemini GZ]]
|SirGemini
|-
|[[Sista Killer GZ|Sista Killer GZ]]
|Sistakilla
|-
|[[Sky Walk To Heaven]]
|Zeb
|-
|[[SmurfyWorld]]
|AceUK &amp; Wolfe_Smurf
|-
|[[Softie's Night Beach GZ|Softie's Night Beach GZ]]
|Softie &amp; Jimbly
|-
|[[Spectrum]]
|Wolfee_Smurf, AEE-Kath, RainbowEyes
|-
|[[Stagnant Demesne]]
|Dsparil
|-
|[[Starship]]
|Nova_1
|-
|[[Street GZ|Street GZ]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Subway]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Tailspinners]]
|Penumbrax
|-
|The Bad Cave
| Bad-dude
|-
|[[The Chateau]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[The Depot]]
|Apparition
|-
|[[Thera]]
|Harry_Potter
|-
|[[TimeQuake]]
|Num_lock
|-
|[[Tinker World]]
|pointedneedle
|-
|[[TK1 World]]
|Unknown
|-
|Tomb World
|Kazz
|-
|[[Train]]
|Knacken
|-
|[[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Travel]]
|Jimbly
|-
|[[Uncanny Corner]]
|Maidy
|-
|[[Vipolar]]
|VIPER_JAFO
|-
|Vortex
|Wirlaburla
|-
|[[VR Land]]
| Num_Lock
|-
|Waterworld Atlantis
|Num_Lock
|-
|[[Weddingstar]]
|Midnight-Star/Batman11
|-
|Worlds.cult
|Knacken
|-
|[[Yume Nikki Madotsuki's Room]]
| Dsparil
|}
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|AHGZ World}}}
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The living room in AHGZ World.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/animalhouse.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
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=='''Description'''==
AHGZ World is an expansive re-construction of Animal House that also functions as a Ground Zero, built some time between 2005-2010. This world also connects to [[Subway|Jimbly's Subway]] and [[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Jimbly's Beach GZ]]. It contains what appears to be a business featuring World's user Shell's avatar, a dance club that plays The Who's single "My Generation", a cinema that plays up to 3 movies, a small lake that holds ships, and a fireplace that contains an Easter egg inspired by a meme about a fake cult on Worlds. 

=='''Music'''==
Although there is no music that plays in AHGZ other than the track left in from Animal House's basement when entering AHGZ's basement, music videos may play in the cinema at times, the living room has a selection of music to play, and pressing the play button behind the band on stage in the dance club plays "My Generation" by The Who, and causes the band to dance as if they're playing the song.

=='''Easter Eggs'''==
Wandering into AHGZ's fireplace will lead you to a fake cult-inspired series of Easter eggs. That's all we're going to tell you. 

=='''Significance'''==
This world has often been host to HOST-Shell's trivia nights when held by her. Tourists often visit this world for the spooky Easter eggs hidden in the fireplace as well! 

=='''Rooms'''==
*Front Yard
*Entrance
*Living Room
*Cinema
*Dance Club
*Shell's Business
*Fake Avatar Gathering Room
*Hall of Champions
*Basement
*Attic
*Fireplace Easter Egg Area

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-17_18_22_44-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse.webp|frameless|570x570px|The living room in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_23_44-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse2.webp|frameless|570x570px|The fake avatar gathering in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_24_51-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse3.webp|frameless|570x570px|The Hall of Champions in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_26_01-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse4.webp|frameless|570x570px|Shell's business in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_27_11-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse5.webp|frameless|570x570px|The outside of the house in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_38_59-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse6.webp|frameless|570x570px|Video playing in the cinema of AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_41_25-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyClub.webp|frameless|570x570px|The Old Codgers in the dance club of AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_19_31_23-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse8.webp|frameless|570x570px|The famous fireplace in AHGZ World.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/animalhouse.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

[[Category:Custom Worlds]] [[Category:Worlds]]</text>
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| {{{has music|Yes}}}
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
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=='''Description'''==
AHGZ World is an expansive re-construction of [[Animal House and Club|Animal House]] that also functions as a Ground Zero, built some time between 2005-2010. This world also connects to [[Subway|Jimbly's Subway]] and [[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Jimbly's Beach GZ]]. It contains what appears to be a business featuring World's user Shell's avatar, a dance club that plays The Who's single "My Generation", a cinema that plays up to 3 movies, a small lake that holds ships, and a fireplace that contains an Easter egg inspired by a meme about a fake cult on Worlds. 

=='''Music'''==
Although there is no music that plays in AHGZ other than the track left in from Animal House's basement when entering AHGZ's basement, music videos may play in the cinema at times, the living room has a selection of music to play, and pressing the play button behind the band on stage in the dance club plays "My Generation" by The Who, and causes the band to dance as if they're playing the song.

=='''Easter Eggs'''==
Wandering into AHGZ's fireplace will lead you to a fake cult-inspired series of Easter eggs. That's all we're going to tell you. 

=='''Significance'''==
This world has often been host to HOST-Shell's trivia nights when held by her. Tourists often visit this world for the spooky Easter eggs hidden in the fireplace as well! 

=='''Rooms'''==
*Front Yard
*Entrance
*Living Room
*Cinema
*Dance Club
*Shell's Business
*Fake Avatar Gathering Room
*Hall of Champions
*Basement
*Attic
*Fireplace Easter Egg Area

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-06-17_18_22_44-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse.webp|frameless|570x570px|The living room in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_23_44-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse2.webp|frameless|570x570px|The fake avatar gathering in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_24_51-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse3.webp|frameless|570x570px|The Hall of Champions in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_26_01-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse4.webp|frameless|570x570px|Shell's business in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_27_11-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse5.webp|frameless|570x570px|The outside of the house in AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_38_59-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse6.webp|frameless|570x570px|Video playing in the cinema of AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_18_41_25-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyClub.webp|frameless|570x570px|The Old Codgers in the dance club of AHGZ World.]]

[[File:2020-06-17_19_31_23-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_JimblyAnimalHouse8.webp|frameless|570x570px|The famous fireplace in AHGZ World.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/animalhouse.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The front yard in The Chateau.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/chateau.world}}}
|-
! Music
| {{{has music|Yes}}}
|-
! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
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=='''Description'''==
The Chateau is a custom world made by Jimbly between 2005-2010 that consists of a chateau with a large walled perimeter that has a windmill, an outdoor underground pool, and a stable for animals. Much of the chateau contains what you would expect a regular chateau to contain, such as a kitchen, a bar and even a study room. One of the bedrooms also has a door leading to a nice beach with a wonderful lake view to reflect on the rest of the excellent chateau. There are objects that can be interacted with by clicking around as well. Can you find out what happens with these interactions? 

=='''Music'''==
There is a dance room, but the music doesn't appear to play as of the creation of this article. There is a sound to be found, but you must explore thoroughly to find it!

=='''Easter Eggs'''==
What can you find by clicking around the chateau?

=='''Significance'''==
This world is often toured by users for the wonderful scenery and well-built rooms to be found in the world, and is also popular amongst regulars for what else it contains!

=='''Rooms'''==
* Front Yard
* Stables
* Swimming Pool Area
* Foyer
* Bedroom
* Walk-in Closet
* Bathrooms
* Kitchen
* Dance Room
* Study Room
* Bar Room
* Camera Room
* Dungeon
* Cave Maze
* Beach Area

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:2020-07-03_13_20_40-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Chateau.webp|frameless|570x570px|The front yard in The Chateau.]]

[[File:2020-07-03_13_21_20-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Chateau2.webp|frameless|570x570px|The photographer excitedly awaiting to consume some rotisserie penguin.]]

[[File:2020-07-03_13_21_54-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Chateau3.webp|frameless|570x570px|The foyer in The Chateau.]]

[[File:2020-07-03_13_22_50-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Chateau4.webp|frameless|570x570px|The study room in The Chateau.]]

[[File:2020-07-03_13_24_52-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Chateau5.webp|frameless|570x570px|The dance room in The Chateau.]]

[[File:2020-07-03_13_27_06-WorldsPlayer_by_Worlds.com_-_Chateau6.webp|frameless|570x570px|The photographer wondering how they could've fallen so carelessly into this situation.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/chateau.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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    <text bytes="7242" xml:space="preserve">=='''Background'''==
These custom worlds are created by Worlds users with [[WorldsShaper]], a tool that comes built-in to the [[WorldsPlayer]] client in versions later than World Chat Gold. However, you have to activate it. 

To activate WorldsShaper, [http://users.worldsonline.com/users/jimbly/shaper/index.htm see here]. 

For more WorldsShaper guides, [[World-building|see here]].&lt;br /&gt;

=='''Index of Custom Worlds'''==
Learn more about some assorted user-created worlds below. They are organized alphabetically by the Worlds name. The list is not exhaustive, but we hope to continue adding to the list.

If a world has ''GZ'' after it, it means that you are able to chat with other users that are in any [[Ground Zero]] hub.

''For an index of default/official worlds, check out [[Default Worlds|this page]] instead.'' 

Contributors: if you don't see a page created for a world, or know the creator of a world with attribution ''Unknown'', feel free to update the page yourself according to the [[Contribution Rules|Contribution Guidelines]].

&lt;br/&gt;
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!Creator
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|Crystal_tongue
|-
|[[Ace's]]
|Ace-Warrior
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! colspan="2" | {{{subj|Rainbow}}}
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! colspan="2" | [[File:{{{img|Jimbly-Rainbow-1}}}.{{{format|png}}}|{{{width|250px}}}]]
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| colspan="2" style="text-align: center"  | &lt;small&gt;{{{capt|The outside of the chapel.}}}&lt;/small&gt;
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! Author
| {{{author|Jimbly}}}
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! Wordsmark
| {{{wordsmark|http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/rainbow.world}}}
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! Music
| {{{has music|No}}}
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! Easter Eggs
| {{{has easter eggs|Yes}}}
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=='''Description'''==
Rainbow is a world created by Jimbly, which consists of a courtyard leading to three different buildings: a chapel, a swimming pool, and a residence. It also connects directly to the [[Subway]], being one of the six stops featured on the train line. It can be accessed via the Subway, or by clicking its name in the Travel room at Jimbly's [[Beach GZ (Jimbly)|Beach GZ]].

=='''Easter Eggs'''==
My favourite places to think are the kitchen, by a fireplace, or anywhere with a good book to read. But no matter where I think, I end up at the same conclusions.

=='''Rooms'''==
* Courtyard
* Chapel
** Library
* Swimming Pool
* Residence
** Bedroom
** Bathroom
** Avatar Room
** Living Room
** Kitchen
** Attic

=='''Image Gallery'''==
[[File:Jimbly-Rainbow-2.png|frameless|570x570px|Peacocks in the courtyard.]]

[[File:Jimbly-Rainbow-1.png|frameless|570x570px|The outside of the chapel.]]

[[File:Jimbly-Rainbow-3.png|frameless|570x570px|Inside the chapel.]]

[[File:Jimbly-Rainbow-4.png|frameless|570x570px|The library under the chapel.]]

[[File:Jimbly-Rainbow-5.png|frameless|570x570px|The swimming pool.]]

[[File:Jimbly-Rainbow-6.png|frameless|570x570px|An avatar playing the drums in the living room.]]

[[File:Jimbly-Rainbow-7.png|frameless|570x570px|The space observatory in the attic.]]

==''' Worldsmark / URL '''==
If you're unsure how to use this URL to visit this world, see the [[Basics|Basics guide]].
 &lt;nowiki&gt;http://www.ittraining.net/jimbly/rainbow.world&lt;/nowiki&gt;

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